Amazon Package Delivery Driver Salary in the United States

How much does an Amazon Package Delivery Driver make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Amazon Package Delivery Driver in the United States is $42,287 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, an Amazon Package Delivery Driver's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,498
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,884 to $46,585
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,875

Key Factors That Influence Amazon Package Delivery Driver Salaries

An Amazon Package Delivery Driver'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 Amazon Package Delivery Driver Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Amazon Package Delivery Driver'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): $40,497
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $40,832
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,301
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $42,098
  • Expert (over 8 years): $43,362
Levels Salary
Entry Level Amazon Package Delivery Driver$40,497
Intermediate Level Amazon Package Delivery Driver$40,832
Senior Level Amazon Package Delivery Driver$41,301
Specialist Level Amazon Package Delivery Driver$42,098
Expert Level Amazon Package Delivery Driver$43,362

Top Paying Cities for Amazon Package Delivery Drivers

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: $53,337
  • San Francisco: $52,753
  • Oakland: $51,641

What Skills Can Increase an Amazon Package Delivery Driver's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 23.47% 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.
  • Retail Industry (Mentioned in 3.16% Job Postings): The retail industry consists of all companies that sell goods and services to consumers. There are many different retail sales and store types worldwide, including grocery, convenience, discounts, independents, department stores, DIY, electrical and speciality.
  • Wholesale (Mentioned in 1.96% Job Postings): Buying and selling products in large quantities at a lower price to increase profitability through a high sales volume.
Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 23.47%
Retail Industry 3.16%
Wholesale 1.96%

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 an Amazon Package Delivery Driver's salary.

  • Organizing: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Service Delivery: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Work Ethic: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Organizing $48,207
14%
Service Delivery $45,670
8%
Work Ethic $45,247
7%

Amazon Package Delivery Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Amazon Package Delivery Driver roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Amazon Package Delivery Driver positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Amazon Package Delivery Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Amazon Package Delivery Driver

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$48,630$23.015%
MFG Durable$47,362$23.012%
Construction$46,516$22.010%
Aerospace & Defense$46,093$22.09%
Internet$45,670$22.08%

How Education impacts an Amazon Package Delivery Driver's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Amazon Package Delivery Drivers enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Amazon Package Delivery Driver with a No Diploma is between $36,215 and $38,777).

Amazon Package Delivery Driver Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Amazon Package Delivery Driver
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 6.6%
High School 71.4%
Associates 11.0%
Bachelors 9.9%
Masters 1.1%
Doctorate 1.1%

Amazon Package Delivery Driver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Amazon Package Delivery Driver'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 September 01, 2026
$37,884
Average $42,287/year
$46,585
$3,157
Average $3,524/month
$3,882
$729
Average $813/week
$896
$18
Average $20/hour
$22
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $46,585 $3,882 $896 $22
Average $42,287 $3,524 $813 $20
25th Percentile $37,884 $3,157 $729 $18

Most common benefits for Amazon Package Delivery Driver

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Amazon Package Delivery Driver

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FAQ about Amazon Package Delivery Driver

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Amazon Package Delivery Driver?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Amazon Package Delivery Driver roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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