New Accounts Clerks Salary in Missouri
In Missouri, new accounts clerks earn $40,030 at the median — $19.24 an hour. The range runs from $34K at the entry level to $60K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Missouri. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $40K get you in Missouri?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Missouri
Entry-level new accounts clerks (10th percentile) start around $34K. Mid-career wages sit at $40K. Top earners bring in $60K or more, a $26K spread from bottom to top.
New Accounts Clerks salary by metro in Missouri
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $48K | +19% | 550 |
| Jefferson City | $41K | +2% | 30 |
| Kansas City | $40K | +0% | 930 |
| Joplin | $39K | -3% | N/A |
| Springfield | $36K | -11% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do new accounts clerks make in Missouri?
The median is $40,030 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $33,800, and experienced new accounts clerks can clear $59,860. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $40K enough to live in Missouri?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,758/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,097/month, which eats 39.8% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a new accounts clerks salary go in Missouri?
Missouri has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median new accounts clerks salary is worth about $44,993 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do new accounts clerks get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.