Occupation ยท SOC 43-3061
Procurement Clerks: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of procurement clerks can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 59,900 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $48,510 ($23.32 an hour).
US employment
59,900
Median annual wage
$48,510
Mean annual wage
$50,430
Median hourly wage
$23.32
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- District of Columbia$63,610
- Massachusetts$57,950
- New Hampshire$57,220
- Connecticut$55,000
- Alaska$54,800
Top 5 after cost of living
- Oklahoma$57,940
- District of Columbia$57,880
- Alabama$56,200
- North Dakota$55,080
- New Hampshire$54,930
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purchasing Managers | $139,510 | $91,000 (+187.6%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Logisticians | $80,880 | $32,370 (+66.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $102,010 | $53,500 (+110.3%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Brokerage Clerks | $62,940 | $14,430 (+29.7%) | 3 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $49,210 | $700 (+1.4%) | 3 | Some college, no degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California7,290
- 2. Texas4,270
- 3. Tennessee4,090
- 4. Florida3,280
- 5. Pennsylvania3,000
- 6. New York2,870
- 7. New Jersey2,830
- 8. Illinois2,350
- 9. Georgia1,930
- 10. Washington1,870
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$63,610
- 2. Massachusetts$57,950
- 3. New Hampshire$57,220
- 4. Connecticut$55,000
- 5. Alaska$54,800
- 6. Maryland$54,790
- 7. California$53,700
- 8. Colorado$53,650
- 9. Minnesota$53,270
- 10. New Jersey$53,130
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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