What are the main factors that influence a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Distribution Center Operations Supervisor 's salary?

A Distribution Center Operations Supervisor 's salary grows with experience: a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I (0-3 years)earns $66,401, a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor II (3-5 years)earns $74,238, a Distribution Center Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $101,349,

What are the highest paying states for a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I?

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I roles are District of Columbia $71,000, California $70,700, Massachusetts $69,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Distribution Center Operations Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Distribution Center Operations Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Distribution Center Operations Director: $129,866; Distribution Center Operations Manager: $97,800; Distribution Center Manager: $97,752; Distribution Center Operations Supervisor II: $71,700; Distribution Center Senior Supervisor: $71,603.

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Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I in Rhode Island is $66,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,918
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,500 to $73,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,037

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Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,000	$6,083	$1,404	$35
Average	$66,500	$5,542	$1,279	$32
25th Percentile	$60,500	$5,042	$1,163	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salaries

A Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Distribution Center Operations Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I (0-3 years): $66,401
Distribution Center Operations Supervisor II (3-5 years): $74,238
Distribution Center Operations Manager (5+ years): $101,349

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I	0-3 years	$66,401
Distribution Center Operations Supervisor II	3-5 years	$74,238
Distribution Center Operations Manager	5+ years	$101,349

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How Do Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Distribution Center Operations Supervisor Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,000.
California: $70,700.
Massachusetts: $69,700.

District of Columbia $71,000 California $70,700 Massachusetts $69,700 Washington $69,500 New Jersey $69,500 Alaska $69,400 Connecticut $68,500 New York $68,100

Hawaii $67,000 Rhode Island $66,500 Maryland $66,100 Minnesota $65,600 Colorado $65,400 Illinois $65,300 Oregon $65,100 Delaware $64,900

New Hampshire $64,800 Virginia $64,500 Pennsylvania $63,800 Nevada $63,400 North Dakota $63,300 Michigan $63,100 Wisconsin $63,100 Vermont $62,900

Arizona $62,500 Maine $62,500 Texas $62,500 Ohio $62,400 Georgia $61,800 Indiana $61,500 Wyoming $61,500 Utah $61,400

Iowa $61,300 Kansas $61,000 Louisiana $60,900 North Carolina $60,900 Missouri $60,900 Florida $60,600 Montana $60,500 Nebraska $60,400

Kentucky $60,300 South Carolina $60,100 Tennessee $59,900 Idaho $59,800 New Mexico $59,400 Oklahoma $59,300 Alabama $58,900 South Dakota $58,300

Arkansas $57,900 West Virginia $57,700 Mississippi $57,200

Top Paying Cities for Distribution Center Operations Supervisor Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $67,300
Albion: $66,700
Ashaway: $67,200

Adamsville, RI $67,300 Albion, RI $66,700 Ashaway, RI $67,200 Barrington, RI $66,500 Block Island, RI $66,900 Bradford, RI $67,100 Bristol, RI $66,800 Carolina, RI $67,000

Charlestown, RI $67,000 Chepachet, RI $66,900 Clayville, RI $66,700 Coventry, RI $66,700 West Greenwich, RI $66,900 East Greenwich, RI $66,700 Exeter, RI $66,900 Fiskeville, RI $66,500

Forestdale, RI $67,000 Foster, RI $66,900 Glendale, RI $67,100 Greene, RI $66,900 Greenville, RI $66,600 Harmony, RI $66,600 Harrisville, RI $67,000 Hope, RI $66,600

Hope Valley, RI $67,100 Hopkinton, RI $67,200 Jamestown, RI $67,000 Kenyon, RI $67,000 Little Compton, RI $67,300 Manville, RI $66,800 Mapleville, RI $66,900 Newport, RI $67,000

Middletown, RI $67,100 North Kingstown, RI $66,800 North Scituate, RI $66,600 Oakland, RI $67,000 Pascoag, RI $67,100 Pawtucket, RI $66,400 Central Falls, RI $66,500 Cumberland, RI $66,800

Lincoln, RI $66,500 Portsmouth, RI $67,000 Prudence Island, RI $66,900 Rockville, RI $67,200 Saunderstown, RI $66,900 Shannock, RI $67,000 Slatersville, RI $67,000 Slocum, RI $66,900

Tiverton, RI $67,200 Wakefield, RI $67,000 Kingston, RI $66,900 Narragansett, RI $67,000 Peace Dale, RI $67,000 Warren, RI $66,700 Warwick, RI $66,500 Westerly, RI $67,200

West Kingston, RI $67,000 West Warwick, RI $66,600 Wood River Junction, RI $67,100 Woonsocket, RI $67,100 North Smithfield, RI $66,900 Wyoming, RI $67,000 Providence, RI $66,400 Cranston, RI $66,400

North Providence, RI $66,400 East Providence, RI $66,400 Riverside, RI $66,400 Rumford, RI $66,400 Smithfield, RI $66,600 Johnston, RI $66,500

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $74,443. While startup companies pay approximate $62,977.

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$62,977
Growth Stage	51~500	$66,606
Established	501~5000	$71,888
Enterprise	5000+	$74,443

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Distribution Center Operations Supervisor positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$93,100	$45.0	40%
Software & Networking	$93,100	$45.0	40%
Financial Services	$86,450	$42.0	30%
Internet	$83,125	$40.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$76,475	$37.0	15%

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$60,500

Average $66,500/year

$73,000

$5,042

Average $5,542/month

$6,083

$1,163

Average $1,279/week

$1,404

$29

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,000	$6,083	$1,404	$35
Average	$66,500	$5,542	$1,279	$32
25th Percentile	$60,500	$5,042	$1,163	$29

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Distribution Center Operations Supervisor II	$74,300	12%
Distribution Operations Manager	$92,500	39%
Spare Parts Delivery Coordination Manager	$90,900	37%

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Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I make in Rhode Island?

Key Factors That Influence Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salaries

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How Do Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Distribution Center Operations Supervisor Is

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary by Company Size

Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Distribution Center Operations Supervisor I

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