SOC 43-9051 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service in California is $45,014 per year ($21.64/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $38,147. The middle 50% earn between $40,645 and $53,040 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $61,532.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $16.71 | $34,754 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $19.54 | $40,645 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $21.64 | $45,014 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $25.50 | $53,040 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $29.58 | $61,532 | +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 Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service in California is approximately $45,014, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $38,147.
Entry-level Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $34,754 per year. The 25th percentile is $40,645. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $61,532.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $38,147 vs $45,014 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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