Clerk, Shipping Salary in the United States

How much does a Clerk, Shipping make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clerk, Shipping in the United States is $40,358 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,597
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,456 to $44,147
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,815
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Clerk, Shipping Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $44,147 $3,679 $849 $21
Average $40,358 $3,363 $776 $19
25th Percentile $37,456 $3,121 $720 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Clerk, Shipping Salaries

A Clerk, Shipping'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 Clerk, Shipping Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clerk, Shipping'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): $40,079
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,816
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,893
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,670
  • Expert (over 8 years): $100,189
Levels Salary
Clerk, Sh... Level Clerk, Shipping$40,079
Shipping ... Level Clerk, Shipping$44,816
Shipping ... Level Clerk, Shipping$50,893
Shipping ... Level Clerk, Shipping$65,670
Shipping ... Level Clerk, Shipping$100,189
$40,079 0 yr
$44,816 < 2 yrs
$50,893 2-4 yrs
$65,670 5-8 yrs
$100,189 > 8 yrs
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How Do Clerk, Shipping 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 Clerk, Shippings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $44,684.
  • California: $44,515.
  • Massachusetts: $43,921.

Top Paying Cities for Clerk, Shippings

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: $50,903
  • San Francisco: $50,346
  • Oakland: $49,285

What Skills Can Increase a Clerk, Shipping's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.63% 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 1.51% 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 8.63%
Container 2.28%
Housekeeping 1.51%
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 Clerk, Shipping's salary.
  • Store Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Store Operations
$50,044
24%
Presentation
$46,815
16%
Coaching
$45,604
13%
Analysis
$42,779
6%
Coordination
$42,376
5%
Record Keeping
$42,376
5%
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Clerk, Shipping Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clerk, Shipping roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Clerk, Shipping positions in Chemicals or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Clerk, Shipping as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Clerk, Shipping

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$60,537$29.050%
Biotechnology$52,465$25.030%

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

Understanding how a Clerk, Shipping'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 Clerk, Shipping

Salaries for a Clerk, Shipping can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $41,209 in 2023 to around $40,929 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Clerk, Shipping salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Clerk, Shipping Over Time

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2023
$41,209
2024
$41,224
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2024 $41,224
2025 $40,929
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Clerk, Shipping

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Clerk, Shipping?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Clerk, Shipping roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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