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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Industrial & Warehouse
Philadelphia, PA

Inventory Clerk Jobs in Philadelphia

Temp and flexible inventory clerk positions in Philadelphia pay $15.30-$22.44/hr — 2% above the national average, with a cost of living 2% above the U.S. baseline.

$15-$22

Per Hour

$755

Weekly (40hrs)

102

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Philadelphia

Healthcare
Education
Logistics
Hospitality

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1550
Groceries$340
Transport$95
More about Philadelphia

About Inventory Clerk Jobs in Philadelphia

Inventory Clerks in Philadelphia earn $15.30-$22.44/hr, above the national average.

Inventory Clerks track and manage stock levels, perform cycle counts, update inventory systems, and ensure accurate records for warehouses and retail operations.

Most inventory clerk positions in Philadelphia are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Inventory Clerk Pay: Philadelphia vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Philadelphia, PA$15–$22/hr102$1,550
New York City, NY$28–$41/hr187$3,500
Pittsburgh, PA$15–$20/hr93$1,350
Boston, MA$23–$33/hr152$2,800
Baltimore, MD$16–$24/hr107$1,600
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Inventory Clerk in Philadelphia

1.9x
Challenging
82
Hours to pay rent
51%
Rent / gross income
370
Monthly disposable
3% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Philadelphia

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$3,268
Est. taxes (~22%)-$719
Take-home$2,549
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,550
Groceries + transport$435
Remaining$564

Based on avg Inventory Clerk rate of $18.87/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular inventory counts
  • Update inventory management systems
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies
  • Process incoming and outgoing shipments
  • Generate inventory reports

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Attention to detail
Organization
Data entry
Math skills
Problem solving
Requirements
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to lift moderate weights
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Earnings Calculator for Philadelphia

Calculate Your Inventory Clerk Earningsin Philadelphia
$19/hr
$15.3/hr$22.44/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$475
Monthly
$2,057
Yearly
$24,700
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Career Path from Inventory Clerk

Inventory Clerk

0-2 years

Inventory Specialist

2-4 years

Inventory Supervisor

4-6 years

Inventory Manager

6+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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