Mail Room Clerk salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Mail Room Clerk in Kenya is approximately 469,404 KES (2,982 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Mail Room Clerk do?

A mailroom clerk is responsible for managing incoming and outgoing mail within an organization. They receive, sort, and distribute mail to the appropriate individuals or departments. Additionally, they may be responsible for logging packages, maintaining records, and operating office equipment such as scanners and postage machines. The role requires excellent organizational skills to ensure that mail is processed efficiently and accurately. Mailroom clerks must also possess strong attention to detail to prevent errors in mail distribution. They should have good communication skills to interact with colleagues and external contacts regarding mail-related matters. Additionally, physical stamina is essential as the job may involve lifting and moving heavy packages.

Skills: Mailroom clerk, Mail handling, Package management, Office administration, Organizational skills, Attention to detail
Job industry: Administration

How much does Mail Room Clerk make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 3 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Mail Room Clerk a well paid job?

No, our data shows that Mail Room Clerk is typically not a well-paid job. The salary varies based on experience. Meaning that even though Mail Room Clerk might be a low paying job, with experience the salary might increase to satisfactory levels.

What is considered a high salary for Mail Room Clerk?

High salary for Mail Room Clerk would be somewhere between 516,344 KES and 680,636 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Mail Room Clerk in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 469,404 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 39,117 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 9,027 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 226 KES per hour
By working as Mail Room Clerk a person can save up to 9 USD per month or 102 USD yearly. Values are pre-tax.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Mail Room Clerk

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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