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The average Code and Test Clerk earns approximately $36,508 annually, translating to about $18 per hour. This salary can vary based on factors such as experience, location, and industry. For instance, clerks with more experience or those in high-demand cities may earn significantly more.
Entry-level clerks typically start at a lower salary, while those with several years of experience can see increases, often exceeding the average wage. Additionally, specialized skills in coding and testing can further enhance earning potential.
States like California and New York often offer the highest salaries for Code and Test Clerks, due to the cost of living and demand for tech professionals. Major cities, including San Francisco and New York City, are also known for higher wages. As industries continue to grow, the demand for skilled clerks remains strong, presenting numerous opportunities for job seekers.
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The highest-paying states for code and test clerks are Massachusetts, Ohio, and Virginia. The lowest average code and test clerk salary states are Louisiana, Idaho, and Alaska.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ohio | $39,712 | $19.09 |
| 2 | Massachusetts | $42,649 | $20.50 |
| 3 | Virginia | $39,604 | $19.04 |
| 4 | Vermont | $37,120 | $17.85 |
| 5 | Illinois | $39,214 | $18.85 |
| 6 | Michigan | $34,280 | $16.48 |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | $37,858 | $18.20 |
| 8 | Rhode Island | $39,495 | $18.99 |
| 9 | Connecticut | $34,592 | $16.63 |
| 10 | Colorado | $34,656 | $16.66 |
| 11 | Florida | $34,555 | $16.61 |
| 12 | District of Columbia | $41,774 | $20.08 |
| 13 | New Hampshire | $36,740 | $17.66 |
| 14 | New York | $35,803 | $17.21 |
| 15 | Nevada | $36,578 | $17.59 |
| 16 | Texas | $32,694 | $15.72 |
| 17 | Wisconsin | $31,440 | $15.12 |
| 18 | New Jersey | $37,414 | $17.99 |
| 19 | Minnesota | $33,194 | $15.96 |
| 20 | Maryland | $34,414 | $16.55 |
| 21 | Delaware | $33,081 | $15.90 |
| 22 | California | $38,181 | $18.36 |
| 23 | Iowa | $32,102 | $15.43 |
| 24 | Tennessee | $30,477 | $14.65 |
| 25 | Wyoming | $31,603 | $15.19 |
| 26 | Maine | $33,526 | $16.12 |
| 27 | Arizona | $34,361 | $16.52 |
| 28 | North Dakota | $32,280 | $15.52 |
| 29 | Arkansas | $31,963 | $15.37 |
| 30 | Oregon | $29,974 | $14.41 |
| 31 | Missouri | $30,677 | $14.75 |
| 32 | Kansas | $28,144 | $13.53 |
| 33 | Kentucky | $28,511 | $13.71 |
| 34 | Washington | $29,334 | $14.10 |
| 35 | Hawaii | $33,569 | $16.14 |
| 36 | Oklahoma | $30,110 | $14.48 |
| 37 | Mississippi | $29,697 | $14.28 |
| 38 | Indiana | $28,118 | $13.52 |
| 39 | Nebraska | $29,239 | $14.06 |
| 40 | Idaho | $26,321 | $12.65 |
| 41 | South Carolina | $29,608 | $14.23 |
| 42 | West Virginia | $28,416 | $13.66 |
| 43 | North Carolina | $28,498 | $13.70 |
| 44 | Georgia | $28,677 | $13.79 |
| 45 | Utah | $25,545 | $12.28 |
| 46 | Alaska | $26,152 | $12.57 |
| 47 | Alabama | $28,041 | $13.48 |
| 48 | South Dakota | $25,007 | $12.02 |
| 49 | New Mexico | $24,618 | $11.84 |
| 50 | Louisiana | $26,600 | $12.79 |
| 51 | Montana | $26,831 | $12.90 |
The highest-paying cities for code and test clerks are Washington, DC, Manassas, VA, and San Diego, CA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington, DC | $41,781 | $20.09 |
| 2 | Manassas, VA | $40,354 | $19.40 |
| 3 | San Diego, CA | $38,368 | $18.45 |
| 4 | Englewood, CO | $34,623 | $16.65 |
| 5 | Baltimore, MD | $34,579 | $16.62 |
| 6 | Saint Paul, MN | $33,263 | $15.99 |
| 7 | Greenville, SC | $29,388 | $14.13 |
| 8 | Lincoln, NE | $29,332 | $14.10 |
| 9 | Raleigh, NC | $28,603 | $13.75 |
| 10 | Overland Park, KS | $28,199 | $13.56 |
| 11 | New Orleans, LA | $26,783 | $12.88 |
| 12 | Salt Lake City, UT | $25,428 | $12.22 |
A code and test clerk's salary ranges from $26,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $49,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $49,000 | $4,083 | $24 |
| 75th Percentile | $42,000 | $3,500 | $20 |
| Average | $36,508 | $3,042 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $31,000 | $2,583 | $15 |
| 10th Percentile | $26,000 | $2,167 | $13 |
The highest paying types of code and test clerks are office administrator, internship, and support clerk.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Work Study Student | $24,582 | $2,048 | $11.82 | 14,836 |
| Internship | $35,254 | $2,938 | $16.95 | 51,064 |
| Clerk Typist | $31,746 | $2,646 | $15.26 | 102,211 |
| Office Administrator | $37,423 | $3,119 | $17.99 | 118,096 |
| Student Employee | $24,086 | $2,007 | $11.58 | 12,497 |
| Clerk | $31,163 | $2,597 | $14.98 | 80,311 |
Top companies hiring code and test clerks now:
Code and test clerk salaries at Management & Training and Select Energy Services are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average code and test clerk salary at companies like Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings and The Wine Company are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Management & Training | $35,408 | $17.02 |
| 2 | Select Energy Services | $35,384 | $17.01 |
| 3 | Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings | $35,023 | $16.84 |
| 4 | The Wine Company | $31,210 | $15.00 |
The average code and test clerk salary has risen by $8,411 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average code and test clerk earned $28,097 annually, but today, they earn $36,508 a year. That works out to a 16% change in pay for code and test clerks over the last decade.
Compare code and test clerk salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare code and test clerk salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36,500 | $17.55 | +3.7% |
| 2024 | $35,200 | $16.91 | +3.8% |
| 2023 | $33,800 | $16.26 | +3.8% |
| 2022 | $32,600 | $15.65 | +2.9% |
| 2021 | $31,600 | $15.19 | +3.3% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wine Group | Seasonal Scalehouse/Test Stand Clerk | Fresno, CA | 06/12/2025 | $40,697 |
| Paradise Valley USD 69 | ELL Testing Clerk I-Palomino Primary | Phoenix, AZ | 05/25/2025 | $31,284 |
| Paradise Valley Unified School District | ELL Testing Clerk I-Echo Mountain Primary | Phoenix, AZ | 04/15/2025 | $30,679 |
| LCA Lab. of America | Reference Test Clerk | Bethesda, MD | 03/27/2025 | $36,523 |
| Paradise Valley Unified School District | ELL Testing Clerk I-Echo Mountain Primary | Phoenix, AZ | 03/21/2025 | $30,679 |
| Lamar CISD (Tx | EOC Tutorial & Re-Test Clerk | Rosenberg, TX | 03/07/2025 | $27,131 |
| LCA Lab. of America | Referral Test Clerk | San Diego, CA | 02/24/2025 | $39,653 |
| Labcorp | Reference Test Clerk | Bethesda, MD | 02/10/2025 | $36,523 |
| Paradise Valley Unified School District | ELL Testing Clerk I-Whispering Wind Academy | Phoenix, AZ | 02/08/2025 | $30,679 |
| Niles Township Community High School District 219 | Clerk A, Testing Center | Kane, IL | 01/27/2025 | $43,785 |
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