As of August 01, 2025, Package Delivery Drivers in the United States earn an average annual salary of $49,441 with an hourly rate of $24. Salary ranges from $40,971 (10th percentile) to $60,465 (90th percentile), with the majority earning between $45,008 (25th percentile) and $55,212 (75th percentile). Compensation varies based on experience, skills, company size, and local market factors - all explored below.
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Last Updated on August 01, 2025An entry-level Package Delivery Driver with less than 1 year of experience earns about $48,228. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $49,017. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $50,884. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $51,139, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $51,563.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Package Delivery Driver | $48,228 |
| Intermediate Level Package Delivery Driver | $49,017 |
| Senior Level Package Delivery Driver | $50,884 |
| Specialist Level Package Delivery Driver | $51,139 |
| Expert Level Package Delivery Driver | $51,563 |
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Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of August 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Package Delivery Driver compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $49,285 in 2023 to approximately $47,653 in 2025. (For a detailed analysis of Package Delivery Driver salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
| Median | % of Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Salary | $49,441 | 60.5% |
| Bonus | $6,377 | 7.8% |
| Median | % of Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Social Security | $4,241 | 5.2% |
| 401K/403B | $2,328 | 2.8% |
| Disability | $1,109 | 1.4% |
| Healthcare | $8,475 | 10.4% |
| Pension | $2,994 | 3.7% |
| Time Off | $6,823 | 8.3% |
| Total Compensation | $81,788 | 100% |
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