Distribution Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Distribution Supervisor make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Distribution Supervisor in the United States is $65,333 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,591
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,499 to $71,749
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,187
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Distribution Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $71,749 $5,979 $1,380 $34
Average $65,333 $5,444 $1,256 $31
25th Percentile $59,499 $4,958 $1,144 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Supervisor Salaries

A Distribution Supervisor'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 Distribution Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Distribution Supervisor'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): $62,663
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $62,927
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,806
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,861
  • Expert (over 8 years): $66,465
Levels Salary
Entry Level Distribution Supervisor$62,663
Intermediate Level Distribution Supervisor$62,927
Senior Level Distribution Supervisor$63,806
Specialist Level Distribution Supervisor$64,861
Expert Level Distribution Supervisor$66,465
$62,663 0 yr
$62,927 < 2 yrs
$63,806 2-4 yrs
$64,861 5-8 yrs
$66,465 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Distribution Supervisors

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: $82,404
  • San Francisco: $81,594
  • Oakland: $79,785

What Skills Can Increase a Distribution Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 11.2% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Warehouse Management System (Mentioned in 1.83% Job Postings): A set of policies and processes intended to organise the work of a warehouse or distribution centre, and ensure that such a facility can operate efficiently and meet its objectives.
  • Shipping and Receiving (Mentioned in 1.09% Job Postings): Managing and maintaining records of all products shipped and received to ensure the correct filing of orders.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 11.2%
Warehouse Management System 1.83%
Shipping and Receiving 1.09%
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 Distribution Supervisor's salary.
  • Warehouse Management: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Inventory Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Warehouse Management
$74,480
14%
Inventory Management
$70,560
8%
Coordination
$70,560
8%
KPI
$70,560
8%
Flexibility
$69,906
7%
Collaboration
$69,906
7%
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How Education impacts a Distribution Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Distribution Supervisors enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Distribution Supervisor with a No Diploma is between $65,179 and $69,462).

Distribution Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Distribution Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 10.0%
High School 20.0%
Associates 30.0%
Bachelors 30.0%
Masters 10.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Distribution Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Distribution Supervisor'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Distribution Supervisor

Salaries for a Distribution Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $63,461 in 2023 to around $63,982 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Distribution Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Distribution Supervisor Over Time

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2023
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2024
$64,199
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2024 $64,199
2025 $63,982
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