Warehouse Receiving Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does a Warehouse Receiving Clerk make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Warehouse Receiving Clerk in the United States is $45,947 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,738
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,699 to $51,596
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,831
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Warehouse Receiving Clerk Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
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75th Percentile $51,596 $4,300 $992 $25
Average $45,947 $3,829 $884 $22
25th Percentile $41,699 $3,475 $802 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Warehouse Receiving Clerk Salaries

A Warehouse Receiving Clerk'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 Warehouse Receiving Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Warehouse Receiving Clerk'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): $40,720
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,532
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,706
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,719
  • Expert (over 8 years): $101,791
Levels Salary
Shipping ... Level Warehouse Receiving Clerk$40,720
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Receiving Clerk$45,532
Shipping ... Level Warehouse Receiving Clerk$51,706
Shipping ... Level Warehouse Receiving Clerk$66,719
Shipping ... Level Warehouse Receiving Clerk$101,791
$40,720 0 yr
$45,532 < 2 yrs
$51,706 2-4 yrs
$66,719 5-8 yrs
$101,791 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Warehouse Receiving Clerks

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: $57,953
  • San Francisco: $57,319
  • Oakland: $56,111

What Skills Can Increase a Warehouse Receiving Clerk'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 Warehouse Receiving Clerk'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
$54,218
18%
Coordination
$53,299
16%
Problem Solving
$50,083
9%
Analysis
$48,704
6%
Coaching
$47,326
3%
ERP Systems
$46,866
2%
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Warehouse Receiving Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Warehouse Receiving Clerk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$55,137$27.020%
Financial Services$55,137$27.020%
Energy & Utilities$52,840$25.015%
Internet$52,840$25.015%
Software & Networking$52,840$25.015%

How Education impacts a Warehouse Receiving Clerk's Salary?

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

Warehouse Receiving Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

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

Understanding how a Warehouse Receiving Clerk'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 Warehouse Receiving Clerk

Salaries for a Warehouse Receiving Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,295 in 2023 to around $44,952 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Warehouse Receiving Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Warehouse Receiving Clerk Over Time

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2023
$45,295
2024
$45,256
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$44,952
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  • Randstad

    Columbus, OH

    Randstad | Columbus, OH

    Randstad - [Warehouse Associate / Freight Handler] As a Shipping and Receiving Associate at Randstad, you'll: Manage the receiving of truck deliveries and ... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Compass Group

    Columbus, OH

    Compass Group | Columbus, OH

    Warehouse Receiving Lead. Join our team at THE Ohio State University as a warehouse receiving lead. Pay Range: $18.00 to $22.00. Are you looking for a job ... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Levy Restaurants

    Columbus, OH

    Levy Restaurants | Columbus, OH

    Levy Restaurants - JobID: 50B81156FE9D6D42F851BF10599C223E [Warehouse Associate / Freight Handler] As a Warehouse Receiver at Levy, you'll: Receive and org... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Kingsman Staffing LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Kingsman Staffing LLC | Columbus, OH

    Warehouse Clerk. Columbus, Ohio, United States. About the Job Warehouse Clerk. This position performs an array of functions that may include receiving and ... more

    5 Days Ago

  • NFI Industries

    Columbus, OH

    NFI Industries | Columbus, OH

    Warehouse Operations Clerk. The Warehouse Operations Clerk is responsible for ensuring that all shipping related documents are completed accurately and in ... more

    3 Days Ago

  • NFI

    Columbus, OH

    NFI | Columbus, OH

    NFI - - Responsibilities: Communicates via email with outbound carriers daily, providing schedules for outbound shipments and equipment needs. Using a ware... more

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FAQ about Warehouse Receiving Clerk

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Warehouse Receiving Clerk?

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

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