Occupation ยท SOC 43-4151
Order Clerks: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of order clerks can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 83,420 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $44,660 ($21.47 an hour).
US employment
83,420
Median annual wage
$44,660
Mean annual wage
$46,270
Median hourly wage
$21.47
Education and training
Typical education
Some college, no degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Massachusetts$54,350
- Vermont$49,810
- New Hampshire$49,200
- Oregon$48,530
- Rhode Island$48,080
Top 5 after cost of living
- South Dakota$51,810
- Massachusetts$51,390
- Vermont$50,850
- Oklahoma$50,210
- Alabama$49,830
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Procurement Clerks | $48,510 | $3,850 (+8.6%) | 2 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Billing and Posting Clerks | $47,170 | $2,510 (+5.6%) | 2 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Postmasters and Mail Superintendents | $92,730 | $48,070 (+107.6%) | 2 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Purchasing Managers | $139,510 | $94,850 (+212.4%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers | $84,130 | $39,470 (+88.4%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Correspondence Clerks | $46,740 | $2,080 (+4.7%) | 2 | High school diploma or equivalent |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California13,240
- 2. Texas6,140
- 3. Washington5,110
- 4. Ohio4,700
- 5. Florida4,250
- 6. Illinois4,150
- 7. New Jersey3,640
- 8. New York3,610
- 9. Pennsylvania3,150
- 10. North Carolina2,880
States that pay the most
- 1. Massachusetts$54,350
- 2. Vermont$49,810
- 3. New Hampshire$49,200
- 4. Oregon$48,530
- 5. Rhode Island$48,080
- 6. District of Columbia$47,930
- 7. Colorado$47,100
- 8. Minnesota$47,020
- 9. New York$47,010
- 10. Washington$46,740
Median annual wage. Based on 50 states and territories with published figures.
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