New Accounts Clerks Salary in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, new accounts clerks earn $45,830 at the median — $22.04 an hour. The range runs from $39K at the entry level to $57K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Pennsylvania. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $46K get you in Pennsylvania?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Pennsylvania
Entry-level new accounts clerks (10th percentile) start around $39K. Mid-career wages sit at $46K. Top earners bring in $57K or more, a $18K spread from bottom to top.
New Accounts Clerks salary by metro in Pennsylvania
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $50K | +9% | 240 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $48K | +6% | N/A |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $45K | -1% | 70 |
| Pittsburgh | $45K | -2% | N/A |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do new accounts clerks make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $45,830 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $38,630, and experienced new accounts clerks can clear $56,790. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $46K enough to live in Pennsylvania?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,121/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,351/month, which eats 43.3% 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 Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania 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 $48,257 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.