Shipping Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Shipping Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Shipping Assistant in the United States is $44,427 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,969
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,919 to $49,422
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,815
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Shipping Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $49,422 $4,118 $950 $24
Average $44,427 $3,702 $854 $21
25th Percentile $39,919 $3,327 $768 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Shipping Assistant Salaries

A Shipping Assistant'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 Shipping Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Shipping Assistant'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): $40,572
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,366
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,518
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,477
  • Expert (over 8 years): $101,420
Levels Salary
Shipping ... Level Shipping Assistant$40,572
Shipping ... Level Shipping Assistant$45,366
Shipping ... Level Shipping Assistant$51,518
Shipping ... Level Shipping Assistant$66,477
Shipping ... Level Shipping Assistant$101,420
$40,572 0 yr
$45,366 < 2 yrs
$51,518 2-4 yrs
$66,477 5-8 yrs
$101,420 > 8 yrs
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How Do Shipping Assistant 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 Shipping Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $49,190.
  • California: $49,003.
  • Massachusetts: $48,350.

Top Paying Cities for Shipping Assistants

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: $56,036
  • San Francisco: $55,423
  • Oakland: $54,255

What Skills Can Increase a Shipping Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.99% 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 2.28% Job Postings): Container is an object used for or capable of holding, esp for transport or storage, such as a carton, box, etc.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.99%
Container 2.28%
Housekeeping 1.47%
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 Shipping Assistant's salary.
  • Sense Of Urgency: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sense Of Urgency
$52,424
18%
Coordination
$51,536
16%
Problem Solving
$48,426
9%
Analysis
$47,093
6%
Coaching
$45,760
3%
ERP Systems
$45,316
2%
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Shipping Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Shipping Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Shipping Assistant positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Shipping Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Shipping Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$53,313$26.020%
Financial Services$53,313$26.020%
Energy & Utilities$51,091$25.015%
Internet$51,091$25.015%
Software & Networking$51,091$25.015%

How Education impacts a Shipping Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Shipping Assistants 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 Shipping Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $41,489 and $43,536).

Shipping Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Shipping Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.7%
High School 68.7%
Associates 15.8%
Bachelors 10.5%
Masters 0.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Shipping Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Shipping Assistant'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Shipping Assistant

Salaries for a Shipping Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,130 in 2023 to around $44,788 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Shipping Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Shipping Assistant Over Time

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2023
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2024
$45,092
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2024 $45,092
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  • Bimbo Bakeries

    Columbus, OH

    Bimbo Bakeries | Columbus, OH

    Bimbo Bakeries - - Responsibilities: Load and unload trailers accurately. Verify route load(s) and prepare trailer reports. Maintain shipping yard and keep... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Dollar Shave Club

    Columbus, OH

    Dollar Shave Club | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. ABOUT DSC. We disrupted the shaving industry in 2011 by delivering great blades at an awesome price, right to your door. ... more

    1 Day Ago

  • Partners Personnel

    Columbus, OH

    Partners Personnel | Columbus, OH

    Partners Personnel - JobID: columbus-small-parcel-shipping-processor [Warehouse Associate / Freight Handler] As a Shipping Associate at Partners Personnel,... more

    1 Day Ago

  • Trillium Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Trillium Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Trillium Staffing - - Responsibilities: Receive small parcels and LTL. Scan information into computer using WMS software. Ensure correct parcel information... more

    2 Days Ago

  • Nesco Resource

    Columbus, OH

    Nesco Resource | Columbus, OH

    Nesco Resource - - Responsibilities: Assisting Shipping Lead and Logistics Supervisor with assigned tasks. Processing and tracking incoming shipments. Rece... more

    3 Days Ago

  • McLane

    Columbus, OH

    McLane | Columbus, OH

    McLane - 2865 Charter Street - Responsibilities: Sends shipments and creates paperwork for outgoing deliveries. Inspects shipments to ensure there are no d... more

    4 Days Ago

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FAQ about Shipping Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Shipping Assistant?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Shipping Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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