SOC 439051
Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service
Prepare incoming and outgoing mail for distribution. Time-stamp, open, read, sort, and route incoming mail; and address, seal, stamp, fold, stuff, and affix postage to outgoing mail or packages. Duties may also include keeping necessary records and completed forms.
National Median
$38,150
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$38,150
Entry Level (10th pct)
$29,460
Experienced (90th pct)
$52,150
Total Employed
62,730
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 | $29,460 - $34,440 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $34,440 - $44,940 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $44,940 - $52,150 |
Highest Paying Locations for Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service
Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service Salary by Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service?
The national median annual salary for Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service is $38,150, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Services earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Services is San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA, with a median salary of $55,970.
How much can an experienced Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service make?
Top-earning Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Services (90th percentile) make $52,150 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.