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Deputy county clerk salary

Average deputy county clerk salary

$42,857

$20.6 hourly rate

Entry-level deputy county clerk salary
$29,000 yearly salary
Updated December 15, 2025

The Deputy County Clerk is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of county government services. The average salary for this position is $42,857 per year, which can vary significantly based on factors such as location, experience, and the specific responsibilities assigned. For instance, more experienced clerks typically earn higher salaries, while those in urban areas may see an increase due to the cost of living.

Some of the highest paying states for Deputy County Clerks include California, New York, and Texas. These states often offer salaries above the national average, reflecting the demand for skilled clerks in larger metropolitan areas. Additionally, clerks can enhance their earning potential by pursuing further education or specialized training.

For those interested in a career as a Deputy County Clerk, numerous opportunities exist across various counties. Job seekers can explore positions that not only offer competitive salaries but also provide valuable experiences in public administration. Understanding the salary landscape can help candidates make informed decisions about their career paths. Explore job openings today to find your ideal role in local government.

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Where can a Deputy County Clerk earn more?

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Columbus, OH$101,413
Pittsburgh, PA$34,783
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Lake County$61,117
Denton County$36,304

Deputy county clerk salaries by experience level

Experience levelAvg. salaryHourly rate
Entry-level deputy county clerk$36,500$17.53
Mid-level deputy county clerk$40,100$19.28
Senior-level deputy county clerk$51,400$24.72

Deputy county clerk salary estimates from across the web

Based on the latest salary information compiled by Zippia, Salary.com, Glassdoor, Ziprecruiter and Comparably, the average salary for a deputy county clerk typically falls between $35,222 and $55,169.
zippia
$42,857yearly
glassdoor[1]
$55,169yearly
comparably[2]
$41,794yearly
Salary.com[3]
$35,222yearly
ZipRecruiter[4]
$54,750yearly

Average deputy county clerk salary by state

The highest-paying states for deputy county clerks are Hawaii, California, and Washington. The lowest average deputy county clerk salary states are New Hampshire, Arkansas, and Vermont.

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Highest paying states for deputy county clerks

RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
1California$89,410$42.99
2Washington$78,252$37.62
3Alaska$64,821$31.16
4Hawaii$90,663$43.59
5Illinois$52,773$25.37
6Ohio$45,219$21.74
7Utah$45,361$21.81
8Kentucky$42,584$20.47
9Minnesota$45,980$22.11
10Wyoming$47,074$22.63
11Oregon$63,180$30.38
12Nevada$62,148$29.88
13Idaho$43,838$21.08
14West Virginia$46,008$22.12
15Michigan$41,245$19.83
16Colorado$44,175$21.24
17Wisconsin$41,305$19.86
18Arizona$48,997$23.56
19South Carolina$43,193$20.77
20New York$41,594$20.00
21Delaware$41,419$19.91
22Tennessee$39,464$18.97
23New Mexico$39,448$18.97
24Oklahoma$39,610$19.04
25Maryland$41,495$19.95
26Georgia$39,485$18.98
27New Jersey$42,400$20.38
28South Dakota$36,225$17.42
29Kansas$35,298$16.97
30Connecticut$36,938$17.76
31North Dakota$39,319$18.90
32Texas$36,609$17.60
33North Carolina$37,778$18.16
34District of Columbia$41,526$19.96
35Indiana$33,040$15.88
36Montana$39,183$18.84
37Florida$36,417$17.51
38Nebraska$34,932$16.79
39Pennsylvania$35,249$16.95
40Louisiana$37,045$17.81
41Virginia$38,809$18.66
42Maine$36,216$17.41
43Iowa$36,191$17.40
44Mississippi$35,350$17.00
45Missouri$32,853$15.79
46Vermont$33,745$16.22
47Rhode Island$35,912$17.27
48Massachusetts$35,146$16.90
49Arkansas$34,243$16.46
50New Hampshire$34,437$16.56
51Alabama$31,421$15.11

Highest paying cities for deputy county clerks

The highest-paying cities for deputy county clerks are Santa Rosa, CA, Woodstock, IL, and New Brunswick, NJ.

RankCityAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Santa Rosa, CA$101,413$48.76
2Woodstock, IL$52,921$25.44
3New Brunswick, NJ$42,544$20.45
4Pittsburgh, PA$34,783$16.72

Deputy county clerk salary details

A deputy county clerk's salary ranges from $29,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $62,000 at the 90th percentile.

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Average deputy county clerk salary graph, trends, and summary

What is a deputy county clerk's salary?

PercentileAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rate
90th Percentile$62,000$5,167$30
75th Percentile$52,000$4,333$25
Average$42,857$3,571$21
25th Percentile$35,000$2,917$17
10th Percentile$29,000$2,417$14

Highest paying deputy county clerk jobs

The highest paying types of deputy county clerks are process server, court administrator, and court officer.

Job titleAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rateJob openings
Criminal Justice Internship$31,029$2,586$14.9247,436
Clerk$31,163$2,597$14.9880,311
Deputy$53,682$4,473$25.8156,150
Records Clerk$29,795$2,483$14.32101,023
Docket Clerk$41,942$3,495$20.1672,603
Court Clerk$36,328$3,027$17.4769,560

Which companies pay deputy county clerks the most?

Deputy county clerk salaries at Lake County and Department of Public Social Services are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average deputy county clerk salary at companies like Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania and Middlesex County College are highly competitive.

Wage gap by gender, race and education

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Deputy county clerk salary trends

The average deputy county clerk salary has risen by $6,942 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average deputy county clerk earned $35,915 annually, but today, they earn $42,857 a year. That works out to a 12% change in pay for deputy county clerks over the last decade.

Compare deputy county clerk salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.

Average deputy county clerk salary over time

Compare deputy county clerk salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.

Deputy county clerk salary by year

YearAvg. salaryHourly rate% Change
2026$42,900$20.60+3.8%
2025$41,200$19.82+2.4%
2024$40,300$19.36+3.0%
2023$39,100$18.78+1.7%
2022$38,400$18.46+2.2%

Recently added deputy county clerk salaries

CompanyJobLocationDate addedSalary
Fort Bend County, TxDeputy County Clerk-County Clerk's Office-Official Public Records/Vital Statistics DepartmentRichmond, TX06/26/2025$33,434
Sedgwick County, KsDeputy County Clerk-Bocc Secretary-County ClerkWichita, KS06/24/2025$40,759
DHRMDeputy Clerk-Botetourt County General District CourtEnon, VA06/21/2025$40,042
Bell County, TxDeputy Clerk-County Clerk's OfficeBelton, TX06/20/2025$38,046
State of VirginiaDeputy Clerk-Washington County GDCAbingdon, VA05/16/2025$40,042
DHRMDeputy Clerk-Washington County GDCEnon, VA05/16/2025$40,042
Monmouth County (NjClerk 1-Monmouth County Surrogate CourtFreehold, NJ05/07/2025$40,000
Fort Bend CountyDeputy County Clerk-County Clerk's Office-Official Public Records/Vital Statistics DepartmentRichmond, TX05/03/2025$33,434
St. Croix CountyFirst Deputy-County ClerkHudson, WI04/28/2025$53,845
Fort Bend CountyDeputy County Court Clerk-County Clerk-Courts DivisionRichmond, TX04/28/2025$33,434

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