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Order Clerks Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Order Clerks make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$47,290
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.4% vs 2024
$50,760
Mean Salary
$47,290
Median Salary
$22.74
Hourly Rate
12,390 people work as Order Clerks in California
Order Clerks salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Order Clerks in California earn a median salary of $47,290 per year ($3,940/month).
This is 4.4% above the national average of $45,281.
California ranks #19 out of 48 states for Order Clerks pay.
Approximately 12,390 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 1.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Order Clerks
Receive and process incoming orders for materials, merchandise, classified ads, or services such as repairs, installations, or rental of facilities. Generally receives orders via mail, phone, fax, or other electronic means. Duties include informing customers of receipt, prices, shipping dates, and delays; preparing contracts; and handling complaints.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
3.88
Reading Comprehension
3.5
Service Orientation
3.5
Writing
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.36
Production and Processing
4.16
Computers and Electronics
4.05
Education and Training
3.92
English Language
3.81
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(63.0% of workers)
Salaries for Order Clerks in California range from $37,170 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $66,580 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $40,710 and $57,010.
Median $47,290
P10: $37,170P25: $40,710P75: $57,010P90: $66,580
10th
$37,170
25th
$40,710
Median
$47,290
75th
$57,010
90th
$66,580
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,170
$17.87
$3,097
25th Percentile
$40,710
$19.57
$3,392
Median (50th)
$47,290
$22.74
$3,940
75th Percentile
$57,010
$27.41
$4,750
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$66,580
$32.01
$5,548
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,760 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Order Clerks in California is $47,290 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,760.
What is the salary range for a Order Clerks in California?
Salaries for Order Clerks in California range from $37,170 at the 10th percentile to $66,580 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $40,710 and $57,010.
What is the starting salary for a Order Clerks in California?
Entry-level Order Clerks positions in California typically start around $37,170 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $40,710 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Order Clerks in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 12,390 people are employed as Order Clerks in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Order Clerks in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Order Clerks in California is approximately $22.74 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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