Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for credit authorizers, checkers, and clerks in the United States was $24.08, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $14.55 |
| 25th | $19.48 |
| Median | $24.08 |
| 75th | $29.26 |
| 90th | $34.95 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do credit authorizers, checkers, and clerks make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $24.08; the mean hourly wage is $24.72.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for credit authorizers, checkers, and clerks?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $14.55 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for credit authorizers, checkers, and clerks?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $34.95 per hour.