SOC 43-5051 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Postal Service Clerks in California is $72,724 per year ($34.96/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $61,630. The middle 50% earn between $65,385 and $87,377 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $87,377.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $24.17 | $50,266 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $31.44 | $65,385 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $34.96 | $72,724 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $42.01 | $87,377 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $42.01 | $87,377 | +18.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Postal Service Clerks in California is approximately $72,724, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $61,630.
Entry-level Postal Service Clerks (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $50,266 per year. The 25th percentile is $65,385. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $87,377.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $61,630 vs $72,724 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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