Distribution Operations Salary in the United States

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

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Distribution Operations in the United States is $54,907 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,176
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,749 to $62,376
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,143
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Distribution Operations Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $62,376 $5,198 $1,200 $30
Average $54,907 $4,576 $1,056 $26
25th Percentile $48,749 $4,062 $937 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Operations Salaries

A Distribution Operations'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 Operations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Distribution Operations'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): $46,684
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,351
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,790
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,326
  • Expert (over 8 years): $71,301
Levels Salary
Banking O... Level Distribution Operations$46,684
Distribut... Level Distribution Operations$53,351
Banking O... Level Distribution Operations$63,790
Banking O... Level Distribution Operations$62,326
Banking O... Level Distribution Operations$71,301
$46,684 0 yr
$53,351 < 2 yrs
$63,790 2-4 yrs
$62,326 5-8 yrs
$71,301 > 8 yrs
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How Do Distribution Operations 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 Distribution Operations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,793.
  • California: $60,562.
  • Massachusetts: $59,755.

Top Paying Cities for Distribution Operations

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: $69,254
  • San Francisco: $68,573
  • Oakland: $67,052

What Skills Can Increase a Distribution Operations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.02% 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.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 2.33% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Shipping and Receiving (Mentioned in 1.41% 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
Customer Service 10.02%
Data Entry 2.33%
Shipping and Receiving 1.41%
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 Operations's salary.
  • Product Pricing: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Procurement: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Product Pricing
$62,594
14%
Project Management
$59,299
8%
Procurement
$58,750
7%
Presentation
$58,201
6%
Collaboration
$58,201
6%
Analysis
$58,201
6%
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How Education impacts a Distribution Operations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Distribution Operations enter the field with a Associate's Degree 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 Operations with a Associate's Degree is between $52,479 and $57,876).

Distribution Operations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Distribution Operations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.6%
High School 11.1%
Associates 14.3%
Bachelors 63.5%
Masters 9.5%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Distribution Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Distribution Operations'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 April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Distribution Operations

Salaries for a Distribution Operations can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,488 in 2023 to around $55,057 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Distribution Operations salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Distribution Operations Over Time

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2023
$55,488
2024
$55,306
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2024 $55,306
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