Order Clerks
Receive and process incoming orders for materials, merchandise, classified ads, or services such as repairs, installations, or rental of facilities. Generally receives orders via mail, phone, fax, or other electronic means. Duties include informing customers of receipt, prices, shipping dates, and delays; preparing contracts; and handling complaints.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Order Clerks to decrease by -17.5% between 2024 and 2034, from 78,900 to 65,100 jobs. Its estimate of 6,300 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($46,170), education (Some college, no degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
78,900
Projected employment (2034)
65,100
Projected change (2024–2034)
-18%
Annual openings (projected average)
6,300
Pay & Preparation
$46,170
Some college, no degree
None
Short-term on-the-job training
Essential Skills
Active Listening (4/5) • Speaking (3.88/5) • Reading Comprehension (3.5/5) • Service Orientation (3.5/5) • Writing (3.12/5) • Critical Thinking (3.12/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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