What are the main factors that influence a Warehouse Loader's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Warehouse Loader's salary?

A Warehouse Loader's salary grows with experience: a Warehouse Worker I (0-1 years)earns $34,913, a Warehouse Loader (1-3 years)earns $43,299, a Warehouse Worker III (3-5 years)earns $48,118, a Warehouse Supervisor (5+ years)earns $66,810, a Warehouse Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $83,074,

What are the highest paying states for a Warehouse Loader?

Warehouse Loader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Warehouse Loader roles are District of Columbia $47,682, California $47,501, Massachusetts $46,868. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Warehouse Loader roles make?

Salaries for Warehouse Loader level roles vary by specialization: Truck Loader: $51,932; Loader Driver: $47,340; Loader: $44,232; Chemical Loader: $41,513; Warehouse Packers/Loader Shipping&Receiving Clerk: $41,091.

Warehouse Loader Salary in Delaware

How much does a Warehouse Loader make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Warehouse Loader in Delaware is $43,612 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,751
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,572 to $47,872
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,805

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Warehouse Loader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,872	$3,989	$921	$23
Average	$43,612	$3,634	$839	$21
25th Percentile	$40,572	$3,381	$780	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Warehouse Loader Salaries

A Warehouse Loader'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 Warehouse Loader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Warehouse Loader'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): $34,913
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,299
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,118
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,810
Expert (over 8 years): $83,074

Levels	Salary
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Loader	$34,913
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Loader	$43,299
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Loader	$48,118
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Loader	$66,810
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Loader	$83,074

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How Do Warehouse Loader 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 Warehouse Loaders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,682.
California: $47,501.
Massachusetts: $46,868.

District of Columbia $47,682 California $47,501 Massachusetts $46,868 Washington $46,695 New Jersey $46,678 Alaska $46,618 Connecticut $46,024 New York $45,782

Hawaii $45,012 Rhode Island $44,650 Maryland $44,404 Minnesota $44,068 Colorado $43,939 Illinois $43,896 Oregon $43,733 Delaware $43,612

New Hampshire $43,536 Virginia $43,366 Pennsylvania $42,871 Nevada $42,621 North Dakota $42,540 Michigan $42,410 Wisconsin $42,363 Vermont $42,268

Texas $42,006 Maine $41,988 Arizona $41,963 Ohio $41,932 Georgia $41,536 Indiana $41,338 Wyoming $41,299 Utah $41,239

Iowa $41,213 Kansas $41,006 Louisiana $40,946 North Carolina $40,925 Missouri $40,916 Florida $40,748 Montana $40,658 Nebraska $40,572

Kentucky $40,524 South Carolina $40,352 Tennessee $40,244 Idaho $40,201 New Mexico $39,887 Oklahoma $39,818 Alabama $39,564 South Dakota $39,137

Arkansas $38,905 West Virginia $38,780 Mississippi $38,405

Top Paying Cities for Warehouse Loaders

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:

Lincoln: $45,136
Little Creek: $44,719
Magnolia: $44,904

Lincoln, DE $45,136 Little Creek, DE $44,719 Magnolia, DE $44,904 Milford, DE $45,136 Marydel, DE $44,551 Millsboro, DE $45,136 Millville, DE $45,438 Milton, DE $45,136

Nassau, DE $45,136 Ocean View, DE $45,438 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,438 Seaford, DE $44,663 Selbyville, DE $45,438 Smyrna, DE $44,499 Viola, DE $44,904 Woodside, DE $44,775

Bear, DE $44,172 Newark, DE $44,189 Claymont, DE $44,223 Delaware City, DE $44,189 Hockessin, DE $44,223 Kirkwood, DE $44,189 Middletown, DE $44,409 Montchanin, DE $44,223

New Castle, DE $44,223 Odessa, DE $44,469 Port Penn, DE $44,068 Rockland, DE $44,223 Saint Georges, DE $44,189 Townsend, DE $44,404 Winterthur, DE $44,223 Lewes, DE $45,136

Wilmington, DE $44,223 Dover, DE $44,697 Dover Afb, DE $44,801 Bethany Beach, DE $45,438 Bethel, DE $44,663 Bridgeville, DE $45,136 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,745 Cheswold, DE $44,594

Clayton, DE $44,482 Dagsboro, DE $45,438 Delmar, DE $44,663 Ellendale, DE $45,136 Felton, DE $45,136 Fenwick Island, DE $45,438 Frankford, DE $45,438 Frederica, DE $45,136

Georgetown, DE $45,136 Greenwood, DE $45,136 Harbeson, DE $45,136 Harrington, DE $45,136 Hartly, DE $44,460 Houston, DE $45,136 Kenton, DE $44,482 Laurel, DE $44,663

Yorklyn, DE $44,223

Warehouse Loader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Warehouse Loader'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

$40,572

Average $43,612/year

$47,872

$3,381

Average $3,634/month

$3,989

$780

Average $839/week

$921

$20

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,872	$3,989	$921	$23
Average	$43,612	$3,634	$839	$21
25th Percentile	$40,572	$3,381	$780	$20

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