Counter and Rental Clerks Salary in East Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,230 +1.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.86
10th percentile $26,890
90th percentile $48,620
Employed locally 90
National median $38,540

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,890
    25th
    $30,940
    50th (median)
    $39,230
    75th
    $39,230
    90th
    $48,620

    Top-paying metros for Counter and Rental Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $49,130
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $48,550
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $47,710
    Washington $47,420
    Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area $47,350
    Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area $47,060

    Related occupations in East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers$22,330
    Retail Salespersons$27,480
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers$33,330
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products$57,060
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel$49,420
    Parts Salespersons$28,020

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Counter and Rental Clerks make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Counter and Rental Clerks in East Kentucky is $18.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.92 or more per hour.

    Is East Kentucky above or below average for Counter and Rental Clerks salaries?

    The median Counter and Rental Clerks salary in East Kentucky is 1.8% above the national median of $38,540. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Counter and Rental Clerks in East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Counter and Rental Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $26,890 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,940.