Materials Handler - Hospital Salary in the United States

How much does a Materials Handler - Hospital make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Handler - Hospital in the United States is $37,425 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Materials Handler - Hospital's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,090
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,925 to $41,437
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,649
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Materials Handler - Hospital Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,437 $3,453 $797 $20
Average $37,425 $3,119 $720 $18
25th Percentile $34,925 $2,910 $672 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Materials Handler - Hospital Salaries

A Materials Handler - Hospital'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Materials Handler - Hospital Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Handler - Hospital'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $36,977
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $37,425
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $38,742
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $38,922
  • Expert (over 8 years): $39,221
Levels Salary
Entry Level Materials Handler - Hospital$36,977
Intermediate Level Materials Handler - Hospital$37,425
Senior Level Materials Handler - Hospital$38,742
Specialist Level Materials Handler - Hospital$38,922
Expert Level Materials Handler - Hospital$39,221
$36,977 0 yr
$37,425 < 2 yrs
$38,742 2-4 yrs
$38,922 5-8 yrs
$39,221 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Materials Handler - Hospitals

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:

  • San Jose: $47,204
  • San Francisco: $46,740
  • Oakland: $45,703

What Skills Can Increase a Materials Handler - Hospital's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 6% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Container (Mentioned in 4.46% Job Postings): Container is an object used for or capable of holding, esp for transport or storage, such as a carton, box, etc.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
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Customer Service 6%
Container 4.46%
Data Entry 1.64%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Materials Handler - Hospital's salary.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 38%.
  • Scheduling: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Presentation
 $51,647
38%
Scheduling
 $45,659
22%
Problem Solving
 $41,168
10%
Organizing
 $39,671
6%
Purchasing
 $39,296
5%
Merchandising
 $39,296
5%
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How Education impacts a Materials Handler - Hospital's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Materials Handler - Hospitals enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Materials Handler - Hospital with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $37,091 and $39,287).

Materials Handler - Hospital Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Materials Handler - Hospital
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 63.6%
High School 63.6%
Associates 27.3%
Bachelors 9.1%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Materials Handler - Hospital Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Handler - Hospital'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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$34,925
Average $37,425/year
$41,437
$2,910
Average $3,119/month
$3,453
$672
Average $720/week
$797
$17
Average $18/hour
$20
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $41,437 $3,453 $797 $20
Average $37,425 $3,119 $720 $18
25th Percentile $34,925 $2,910 $672 $17

Materials Handler - Hospital Salary Growth & Career Path

Materials Handler - Hospital
Materials Handler III
Materials Handling Supervisor

For a Materials Handler - Hospital, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Handler III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $46,622 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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FAQ about Materials Handler - Hospital

1. Where can a Materials Handler - Hospital earn the most?

A Materials Handler - Hospital's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Materials Handler - Hospital earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Materials Handler - Hospital is $47,204.

2. What is the highest pay for Materials Handler - Hospital?

The highest pay for Materials Handler - Hospital is $45,090.

3. What is the lowest pay for Materials Handler - Hospital?

The lowest pay for Materials Handler - Hospital is $32,649.

4. What are the responsibilities of Materials Handler - Hospital?

Responsibilities include receiving, storing, and distributing materials and equipment. Maintains established inventory standard levels of supplies. Ensures correct delivery and shipment of materials. May process order documentation. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.

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