Oregon Median
$51,620
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.82
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $50,080
State Rank
#13 of 33
140 employed here
How much do Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks make in Oregon?
Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks in Oregon take home a median of $51,620 annually — roughly $24.82 an hour — which runs 3% above the national median of $50,080.
Within Oregon, entry-level pay starts around $47,390 while the top 10% make $61,980 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $47,450 and $58,250 a year.
Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks salary range in Oregon
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $47,390 | $22.78 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $47,450 | $22.81 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $51,620 | $24.82 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $58,250 | $28.00 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $61,980 | $29.80 |
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How Oregon compares
Oregon ranks 13th out of 33 states and territories for Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks salary in other states
Texas $62,930Minnesota $61,000Washington $59,840New Jersey $59,400Illinois $58,880New Hampshire $58,620Wisconsin $57,940Ohio $57,120New York $56,510Massachusetts $55,300Missouri $52,820California $51,950Utah $51,260Pennsylvania $51,090Montana $51,060Colorado $50,820Maine $50,370Nebraska $50,030Kentucky $49,790Iowa $49,780Michigan $48,840Indiana $47,930North Carolina $47,340Virginia $47,300Nevada $47,260West Virginia $46,480Oklahoma $46,450Florida $41,810Mississippi $39,040Louisiana $37,440Alabama $35,990Georgia $30,490
Working as Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks in Oregon
Nationally, about 12,000 people work as Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Oregon pay ($51,620) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks make in Oregon?
The median Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks salary in Oregon is $51,620 per year, or about $24.82 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $47,390 at the entry level to $61,980 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oregon pay compare to the national average?
Oregon pays Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks about 3% more than the national median of $50,080. Oregon ranks 13th out of 33 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oregon a good state for Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks?
Yes on pay — Oregon pays above the national median for this occupation, at $51,620 a year. About 140 Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks are employed in Oregon. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Oregon?
The highest-paying occupations in Oregon include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($395,340), Physician, All Other ($347,180), Chief Executive ($341,630), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.