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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Industrial & Warehouse
San Jose, CA

Inventory Clerk Jobs in San Jose

Temp and flexible inventory clerk positions in San Jose pay $24.90-$36.52/hr — 66% above the national average, with a cost of living 66% above the U.S. baseline.

$25-$37

Per Hour

$1228

Weekly (40hrs)

166

Cost Index

PST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in San Jose

Technology
Manufacturing
Healthcare
Retail

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$2800
Groceries$420
Transport$120
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About Inventory Clerk Jobs in San Jose

Inventory Clerks in San Jose earn $24.90-$36.52/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 San Jose are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Inventory Clerk Pay: San Jose vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
San Jose, CA$25–$37/hr166$2,800
Las Vegas, NV$15–$22/hr98$1,350
Reno, NV$15–$22/hr101$1,400
San Francisco, CA$27–$40/hr180$3,200
San Diego, CA$22–$32/hr146$2,400
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Inventory Clerk in San Jose

1.8x
Challenging
91
Hours to pay rent
57%
Rent / gross income
493
Monthly disposable
12% 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 San Jose

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$5,319
Est. taxes (~22%)-$1,170
Take-home$4,149
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$2,800
Groceries + transport$540
Remaining$809

Based on avg Inventory Clerk rate of $30.71/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 San Jose

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$31/hr
$24.9/hr$36.52/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$775
Monthly
$3,356
Yearly
$40,300
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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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