SOC 433031
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers. Excludes "Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks" (43-3051).
National Median
$49,210
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$49,210
Entry Level (10th pct)
$34,600
Experienced (90th pct)
$72,660
Total Employed
1,455,770
Salary Distribution
Salary percentiles show the range from entry-level (10th) to top earners (90th)
Salary by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Estimated Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry Level0-2 years experience | $34,600 - $41,390 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $41,390 - $60,220 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $60,220 - $72,660 |
Highest Paying Locations for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Salary by Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?
The national median annual salary for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks is $49,210, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerkss earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerkss is San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median salary of $64,480.
How much can an experienced Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks make?
Top-earning Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerkss (90th percentile) make $72,660 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.