Counter and Rental Clerks Salary (2025)
Based on 400,810 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $29,800 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,630 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $41,300 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $50,190 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $65,370 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$30K
25th
$36K
Median
$41K
75th
$50K
90th
$65K
Highest Paying States for Counter and Rental Clerks
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $54,160 |
| New Hampshire | $52,700 |
| New Jersey | $52,020 |
| Washington | $51,980 |
| Vermont | $51,950 |
| Colorado | $51,580 |
| Arizona | $51,060 |
| New York | $50,990 |
| Oregon | $50,160 |
| Virginia | $49,920 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Counter and Rental Clerks salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $54,160 per year, while Virginia has an average of $49,920 — a difference of $4,240. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Counter and Rental Clerks
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 400,810 workers were employed as Counter and Rental Clerkss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Sales and Related Occupations. The annual mean wage of $45,700 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 41-2021