What are the main factors that influence a Dock Coordinator's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Dock Coordinator?

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

How does experience change A Dock Coordinator's salary?

A Dock Coordinator's salary grows with experience: a Shipping and Receiving Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $41,667, a Dock Coordinator (1-3 years)earns $46,588, a Shipping and Receiving Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $52,901, a Shipping and Receiving Supervisor (5+ years)earns $68,260, a Shipping Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $104,146,

What are the highest paying states for a Dock Coordinator?

Dock Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Dock Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $52,329, California $52,130, Massachusetts $51,436. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Dock Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Dock Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Dock Manager: $101,887; Dock Attendant: $93,874; Dock Operator: $79,387; Dock Supervisor: $65,936; Dock Clerk: $64,291.

Dock Coordinator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Dock Coordinator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dock Coordinator in Delaware is $47,863 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,551
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,437 to $53,981
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,408

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Dock Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,981	$4,498	$1,038	$26
Average	$47,863	$3,989	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$43,437	$3,620	$835	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Dock Coordinator Salaries

A Dock Coordinator'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 Dock Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Dock Coordinator'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): $41,667
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,588
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,901
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $68,260
Expert (over 8 years): $104,146

Levels	Salary
Shipping ... Level Dock Coordinator	$41,667
Dock Coor... Level Dock Coordinator	$46,588
Shipping ... Level Dock Coordinator	$52,901
Shipping ... Level Dock Coordinator	$68,260
Shipping ... Level Dock Coordinator	$104,146

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How Do Dock Coordinator 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 Dock Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,329.
California: $52,130.
Massachusetts: $51,436.

District of Columbia $52,329 California $52,130 Massachusetts $51,436 Washington $51,247 New Jersey $51,228 Alaska $51,161 Connecticut $50,509 New York $50,245

Hawaii $49,399 Rhode Island $49,002 Maryland $48,732 Minnesota $48,364 Colorado $48,222 Illinois $48,174 Oregon $47,995 Delaware $47,863

New Hampshire $47,779 Virginia $47,593 Pennsylvania $47,050 Nevada $46,775 North Dakota $46,686 Michigan $46,544 Wisconsin $46,492 Vermont $46,388

Texas $46,100 Maine $46,081 Arizona $46,052 Ohio $46,019 Georgia $45,584 Indiana $45,367 Wyoming $45,325 Utah $45,258

Iowa $45,230 Kansas $45,003 Louisiana $44,937 North Carolina $44,913 Missouri $44,904 Florida $44,720 Montana $44,620 Nebraska $44,526

Kentucky $44,474 South Carolina $44,285 Tennessee $44,167 Idaho $44,119 New Mexico $43,774 Oklahoma $43,699 Alabama $43,420 South Dakota $42,952

Arkansas $42,697 West Virginia $42,560 Mississippi $42,149

Top Paying Cities for Dock Coordinators

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: $47,647
Little Creek: $47,996
Magnolia: $47,927

Lincoln, DE $47,647 Little Creek, DE $47,996 Magnolia, DE $47,927 Milford, DE $47,768 Marydel, DE $47,846 Millsboro, DE $47,447 Millville, DE $47,520 Milton, DE $47,603

Nassau, DE $47,637 Ocean View, DE $47,512 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,604 Seaford, DE $47,630 Selbyville, DE $47,433 Smyrna, DE $48,029 Viola, DE $47,808 Woodside, DE $47,936

Bear, DE $47,826 Newark, DE $47,808 Claymont, DE $47,906 Delaware City, DE $47,855 Hockessin, DE $47,803 Kirkwood, DE $47,846 Middletown, DE $47,865 Montchanin, DE $47,814

New Castle, DE $47,821 Odessa, DE $47,889 Port Penn, DE $47,921 Rockland, DE $47,819 Saint Georges, DE $47,850 Townsend, DE $47,923 Winterthur, DE $47,825 Lewes, DE $47,621

Wilmington, DE $47,806 Dover, DE $47,996 Dover Afb, DE $47,743 Bethany Beach, DE $47,462 Bethel, DE $47,511 Bridgeville, DE $47,623 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,861 Cheswold, DE $47,980

Clayton, DE $47,982 Dagsboro, DE $47,429 Delmar, DE $47,353 Ellendale, DE $47,497 Felton, DE $47,764 Fenwick Island, DE $47,440 Frankford, DE $47,357 Frederica, DE $47,811

Georgetown, DE $47,411 Greenwood, DE $47,631 Harbeson, DE $47,462 Harrington, DE $47,704 Hartly, DE $47,852 Houston, DE $47,636 Kenton, DE $47,984 Laurel, DE $47,383

Yorklyn, DE $47,818

Dock Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Dock Coordinator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$57,435	$28.0	20%
Financial Services	$57,435	$28.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$55,042	$26.0	15%
Internet	$55,042	$26.0	15%
Software & Networking	$55,042	$26.0	15%

Dock Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Dock Coordinator'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.

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$43,437

Average $47,863/year

$53,981

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Average $3,989/month

$4,498

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Average $920/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,981	$4,498	$1,038	$26
Average	$47,863	$3,989	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$43,437	$3,620	$835	$21

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