What is the median salary for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Pennsylvania?

According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Pennsylvania is $47,390.

How does Pennsylvania compare to the national median for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?

The Pennsylvania median is -5.4% versus the BLS national figure of $50,073.

What is the salary range for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Pennsylvania?

BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $33,060 and the 90th-percentile at $69,610, which captures most full-time workers in the role.

Is Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks a growing field?

BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -5.8% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.

What education is required for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?

BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Some college, no degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Salary in Pennsylvania

Median annual$47,390

Mean annual$49,510

Range (10th to 90th)$33,060 to $69,610

Pennsylvania employment54,580

State vs national-5.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Pennsylvania bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

The middle 50% of workers earn between $39,220 and $57,730, with a median of $47,390.

By seniority

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks pay by experience level in Pennsylvania

Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.

Entry →Mid →Senior →Lead →

Pay by industry

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Pennsylvania, by industry

Median offered wage across 4 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Education leads with a median of $57,415.

Industry	Largest employer	Filings	Median offer
Education	Temple University--A Commonwealth University	2	$57,415
Professional services	Carlos J Enterprises, LLC	2	$38,865

Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.

Wage trend

Median annual wage in Pennsylvania over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.

Median annual wage, Pennsylvania2023 to 2024

Typical entry

Education
Some college, no degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
4.2 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
4.0 / 5
Administrative
Knowledge
3.9 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
3.9 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
3.9 / 5
Near Vision
Ability
3.9 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
3.8 / 5
Written Expression
Ability
3.6 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

01
Perform personal bookkeeping services.
02
Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
03
Prepare and process payroll information.
04
Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
05
Prepare bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers, verifying and balancing receipts, and sending cash, checks, or other forms of payment to banks.
06
Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
07
Compute deductions for income and social security taxes.
08
Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.

10-year outlook

Growth 2024 → 2034

-5.8%

Projected annual openings

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BLS outlook

Declining

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.

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Top metros in Pennsylvania

Metro-level salary data for bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks in major Pennsylvania metropolitan areas.

Philadelphia$51,290
Pittsburgh$46,100

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Pennsylvania?: According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Pennsylvania is $47,390.
How does Pennsylvania compare to the national median for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?: The Pennsylvania median is -5.4% versus the BLS national figure of $50,073.
What is the salary range for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks in Pennsylvania?: BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $33,060 and the 90th-percentile at $69,610, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
Is Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks a growing field?: BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -5.8% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
What education is required for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks?: BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Some college, no degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.

Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.