Receptionists and Information Clerks

SOC: 43-4171 O*NET: 43-4171.00
Median Salary
$37,230
per year
Job Growth
➑️ N/A
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
128.5
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2

Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.

Overview

Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Distribution by Percentile

Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.

10th
$22,338
25th
$29,784
50th (Median)
$37,230
75th
$44,676
90th
$55,845

Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.

Typical Benefits Package

Health & Wellness

  • βœ“Health Insurance
  • βœ“Dental Insurance
  • βœ“Vision Insurance
  • βœ“Mental Health Support
  • βœ“Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

  • βœ“401(k) Retirement Plan
  • βœ“Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
  • βœ“Profit Sharing
  • βœ“Stock Options
  • βœ“Performance Bonuses

Work-Life Balance

  • βœ“Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
  • βœ“Paid Sick Leave
  • βœ“Flexible Work Arrangements
  • βœ“Remote Work Options
  • βœ“Parental Leave

Professional Development

  • βœ“Tuition Reimbursement
  • βœ“Professional Certifications
  • βœ“Conference Attendance
  • βœ“Training Programs
  • βœ“Mentorship Opportunities

Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.

Job Market Intelligence

Job Market Intelligence

Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk

Current Employment

National Employment:1,007,200

10-Year Outlook

Growth Rate:0%
Annual Openings:128,500

Employment Projections

2024 (Current)1,007,200
Current
2034 (Projected)1,007,600
0%
+300
Employment Change
0%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection

Growth Category: More slowly than average

Key Growth Factors

    Standard growth expectations for this occupation

    Top Skills

    βœ“
    Speaking
    Speaking
    βœ“
    Active Listening
    Active Listening
    βœ“
    Service Orientation
    Service Orientation
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    Critical Thinking
    Critical Thinking
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    Social Perceptiveness
    Social Perceptiveness
    βœ“
    Reading Comprehension
    Reading Comprehension
    βœ“
    Writing
    Writing
    βœ“
    Coordination
    Coordination

    Key Knowledge Areas

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    Customer and Personal Service
    βœ“
    Administrative
    βœ“
    English Language
    βœ“
    Computers and Electronics

    Education & Training

    Education Required

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Experience Required

    Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful

    Job Training

    Training of a few months to a year