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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Delivery Drivers in Missouri is $44,980 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.
However, a Delivery Drivers's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Delivery Drivers Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $49,788 | $4,149 | $957 | $24 |
| Average | $44,980 | $3,748 | $865 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $40,536 | $3,378 | $780 | $19 |
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A Delivery Drivers'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Delivery Drivers'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Delivery Drivers | $45,165 |
| Intermediate Level Delivery Drivers | $45,906 |
| Senior Level Delivery Drivers | $47,649 |
| Specialist Level Delivery Drivers | $47,887 |
| Expert Level Delivery Drivers | $48,283 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Delivery Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Delivery Drivers roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 106% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Delivery Drivers positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Delivery Drivers as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $62,972 | $30.0 | 40% |
| Energy & Utilities | $58,474 | $28.0 | 30% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $56,225 | $27.0 | 25% |
| Chemicals | $53,976 | $26.0 | 20% |
| Financial Services | $51,727 | $25.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Delivery Drivers'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $49,788 | $4,149 | $957 | $24 |
| Average | $44,980 | $3,748 | $865 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $40,536 | $3,378 | $780 | $19 |
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