Receiving Associate Salary in the United States

How much does a Receiving Associate make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Receiving Associate in the United States is $44,077 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,428
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,001 to $49,495
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,291
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Receiving Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $49,495 $4,125 $952 $24
Average $44,077 $3,673 $848 $21
25th Percentile $40,001 $3,333 $769 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Receiving Associate Salaries

A Receiving Associate'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 Receiving Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Receiving Associate'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): $39,062
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $43,679
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $49,601
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,003
  • Expert (over 8 years): $97,647
Levels Salary
Shipping ... Level Receiving Associate$39,062
Receiving... Level Receiving Associate$43,679
Shipping ... Level Receiving Associate$49,601
Shipping ... Level Receiving Associate$64,003
Shipping ... Level Receiving Associate$97,647
$39,062 0 yr
$43,679 < 2 yrs
$49,601 2-4 yrs
$64,003 5-8 yrs
$97,647 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Receiving Associate 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 Receiving Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $48,802.
  • California: $48,617.
  • Massachusetts: $47,969.

Top Paying Cities for Receiving Associates

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: $55,594
  • San Francisco: $54,986
  • Oakland: $53,827

What Skills Can Increase a Receiving Associate'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 Receiving Associate'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
$52,011
18%
Coordination
$51,129
16%
Problem Solving
$48,044
9%
Analysis
$46,722
6%
Coaching
$45,399
3%
ERP Systems
$44,959
2%
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Receiving Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Receiving Associate 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, Receiving Associate positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Receiving Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Receiving Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$52,892$25.020%
Financial Services$52,892$25.020%
Energy & Utilities$50,689$24.015%
Internet$50,689$24.015%
Software & Networking$50,689$24.015%

How Education impacts a Receiving Associate's Salary?

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

Receiving Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Receiving Associate
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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Receiving Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Receiving Associate'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 Receiving Associate

Salaries for a Receiving Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,451 in 2023 to around $43,122 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Receiving Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Receiving Associate Over Time

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2023
$43,451
2024
$43,414
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$43,122
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2024 $43,414
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  • Macy's Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    Macy's Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Macy's Inc. 1300 Polaris Parkway - Responsibilities: Receive and organize merchandise in the stockroom. Assist with packing and manufacturing customer orde... more

    8 Days Ago

  • King Memory Inc

    Columbus, OH

    King Memory Inc | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Benefits. Simple IRA matching. Simple IRA. Climate controlled work environment. Weekends off. Casual work environment. Co... more

    4 Days Ago

  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Emergency Medicine Physician Needed near Columbus, Ohio. An excellent opportunity for a full-time EM Physician to join an Emergency Department team near Co... more

    4 Days Ago

  • eviCore healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    eviCore healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Provides timely expert medical review for requests to evaluate the medical necessity of services that do not meet utilization review criteria while located... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Alto Health Care Staffing

    Columbus, OH

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    Alto Health Care Staffing | Columbus, OH

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  • AMN Healthcare, Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    AMN Healthcare, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description & Requirements Gastroenterology Physician StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 32 Days of Paid Time Off A nationally recognized organization c... more

    4 Days Ago

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FAQ about Receiving Associate

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Receiving Associate?

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

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