What are the main factors that influence a Distribution Clerk'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 Clerk?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Distribution Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Distribution Clerk's salary?

A Distribution Clerk's salary grows with experience: a Distribution Clerk (1-3 years)earns $41,426, a Distribution Clerk, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $46,377, a Distribution Manager (5+ years)earns $90,328, a Distribution Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $131,266, a Distribution Director (5+ years)earns $185,520,

What are the highest paying states for a Distribution Clerk?

Distribution Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Distribution Clerk roles are District of Columbia $45,291, California $45,119, Massachusetts $44,518. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Distribution Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Distribution Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Distribution Director: $183,193; Distribution Manager: $89,195; Transportation & Distribution Clerk IV: $64,500; Transportation & Distribution Clerk III: $55,000; Transportation & Distribution Clerk II: $49,400.

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Distribution Clerk Salary in Delaware

How much does a Distribution Clerk make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Distribution Clerk in Delaware is $41,426 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Distribution Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,101
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,356 to $47,014
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,652

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Distribution Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,014	$3,918	$904	$23
Average	$41,426	$3,452	$797	$20
25th Percentile	$37,356	$3,113	$718	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Clerk Salaries

A Distribution Clerk'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 Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Distribution Clerk'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 Clerk (1-3 years): $41,426
Distribution Clerk, Sr. (3-5 years): $46,377
Distribution Manager (5+ years): $90,328
Distribution Senior Manager (5+ years): $131,266
Distribution Director (5+ years): $185,520

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Distribution Clerk	1-3 years	$41,426
Distribution Clerk, Sr.	3-5 years	$46,377
Distribution Manager	5+ years	$90,328
Distribution Senior Manager	5+ years	$131,266
Distribution Director	5+ years	$185,520

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How Do Distribution Clerk 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 Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,291.
California: $45,119.
Massachusetts: $44,518.

District of Columbia $45,291 California $45,119 Massachusetts $44,518 Washington $44,354 New Jersey $44,338 Alaska $44,281 Connecticut $43,716 New York $43,487

Hawaii $42,755 Rhode Island $42,411 Maryland $42,178 Minnesota $41,859 Colorado $41,736 Illinois $41,695 Oregon $41,540 Delaware $41,426

New Hampshire $41,354 Virginia $41,192 Pennsylvania $40,722 Nevada $40,485 North Dakota $40,407 Michigan $40,284 Wisconsin $40,239 Vermont $40,149

Texas $39,900 Maine $39,883 Arizona $39,859 Ohio $39,830 Georgia $39,454 Indiana $39,266 Wyoming $39,229 Utah $39,172

Iowa $39,147 Kansas $38,951 Louisiana $38,893 North Carolina $38,873 Missouri $38,865 Florida $38,705 Montana $38,619 Nebraska $38,538

Kentucky $38,493 South Carolina $38,329 Tennessee $38,227 Idaho $38,186 New Mexico $37,887 Oklahoma $37,822 Alabama $37,580 South Dakota $37,175

Arkansas $36,954 West Virginia $36,836 Mississippi $36,480

Top Paying Cities for Distribution Clerks

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:

Lincoln: $41,239
Little Creek: $41,541
Magnolia: $41,481

Lincoln, DE $41,239 Little Creek, DE $41,541 Magnolia, DE $41,481 Milford, DE $41,344 Marydel, DE $41,412 Millsboro, DE $41,066 Millville, DE $41,129 Milton, DE $41,201

Nassau, DE $41,230 Ocean View, DE $41,122 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,201 Seaford, DE $41,225 Selbyville, DE $41,054 Smyrna, DE $41,569 Viola, DE $41,378 Woodside, DE $41,489

Bear, DE $41,394 Newark, DE $41,378 Claymont, DE $41,463 Delaware City, DE $41,419 Hockessin, DE $41,374 Kirkwood, DE $41,412 Middletown, DE $41,428 Montchanin, DE $41,384

New Castle, DE $41,390 Odessa, DE $41,448 Port Penn, DE $41,476 Rockland, DE $41,388 Saint Georges, DE $41,414 Townsend, DE $41,478 Winterthur, DE $41,393 Lewes, DE $41,216

Wilmington, DE $41,376 Dover, DE $41,541 Dover Afb, DE $41,322 Bethany Beach, DE $41,079 Bethel, DE $41,122 Bridgeville, DE $41,219 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,424 Cheswold, DE $41,527

Clayton, DE $41,529 Dagsboro, DE $41,050 Delmar, DE $40,985 Ellendale, DE $41,109 Felton, DE $41,340 Fenwick Island, DE $41,059 Frankford, DE $40,988 Frederica, DE $41,381

Georgetown, DE $41,035 Greenwood, DE $41,225 Harbeson, DE $41,079 Harrington, DE $41,288 Hartly, DE $41,417 Houston, DE $41,229 Kenton, DE $41,531 Laurel, DE $41,010

Yorklyn, DE $41,387

Distribution Clerk Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Distribution Clerk salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $46,334. While startup companies pay approximate $39,185.

Distribution Clerk Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$39,185
Growth Stage	51~500	$41,444
Established	501~5000	$44,744
Enterprise	5000+	$46,334

Distribution Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Distribution Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Distribution Clerk positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Distribution Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Distribution Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$45,568	$22.0	10%
Biotechnology	$45,568	$22.0	10%
Business Services	$45,568	$22.0	10%
Chemicals	$45,568	$22.0	10%
Construction	$45,568	$22.0	10%

Distribution Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Distribution Clerk'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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$37,356

Average $41,426/year

$47,014

$3,113

Average $3,452/month

$3,918

$718

Average $797/week

$904

$18

Average $20/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,014	$3,918	$904	$23
Average	$41,426	$3,452	$797	$20
25th Percentile	$37,356	$3,113	$718	$18

Distribution Clerk Salary Growth & Career Path

Distribution Clerk

Distribution Center Supervisor

Terminal Operations Specialist III

Distribution Clerk, Sr.

Spares Coordination Manager

Distribution Center Manager

Terminal Operations Supervisor

Distribution Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Distribution Clerk, 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 Clerk Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Distribution Center Supervisor	$64,867	57%
Terminal Operations Specialist III	$75,973	83%
Distribution Clerk, Sr.	$46,377	12%
Spares Coordination Manager	$88,732	114%

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