Delivery Driver/Package Handler Salary in the United States

How much does a Delivery Driver/Package Handler make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Delivery Driver/Package Handler in the United States is $39,219 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,124
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,268 to $41,786
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,582
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Delivery Driver/Package Handler Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,786 $3,482 $804 $20
Average $39,219 $3,268 $754 $19
25th Percentile $36,268 $3,022 $697 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Delivery Driver/Package Handler Salaries

A Delivery Driver/Package Handler'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 Delivery Driver/Package Handler Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Delivery Driver/Package Handler'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): $38,260
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $39,219
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,767
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,993
  • Expert (over 8 years): $41,107
Levels Salary
Entry Level Delivery Driver/Package Handler$38,260
Intermediate Level Delivery Driver/Package Handler$39,219
Senior Level Delivery Driver/Package Handler$40,767
Specialist Level Delivery Driver/Package Handler$40,993
Expert Level Delivery Driver/Package Handler$41,107
$38,260 0 yr
$39,219 < 2 yrs
$40,767 2-4 yrs
$40,993 5-8 yrs
$41,107 > 8 yrs
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How Do Delivery Driver/Package Handler 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 Delivery Driver/Package Handlers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $43,423.
  • California: $43,258.
  • Massachusetts: $42,682.

Top Paying Cities for Delivery Driver/Package Handlers

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: $49,466
  • San Francisco: $48,980
  • Oakland: $47,894

What Skills Can Increase a Delivery Driver/Package Handler's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 17.2% 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.
  • Customer Contact (Mentioned in 4.73% Job Postings): Customer Contact is the process of handling a query of the customer before, during, and after the purchase of any product or service.
  • McKesson (Mentioned in 3.6% Job Postings): McKesson is one of the largest providers of medicines, pharmaceutical supplies and health information technology. The company delivers a third of all pharmaceuticals used in North America and employs over 78,000 employees.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 17.2%
Customer Contact 4.73%
McKesson 3.6%
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 Delivery Driver/Package Handler's salary.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Print Production: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coordination
$43,925
12%
Print Production
$43,140
10%
Innovation
$42,356
8%
Accountability
$42,356
8%
Service Delivery
$41,964
7%
Problem Solving
$41,964
7%
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How Education impacts a Delivery Driver/Package Handler's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Delivery Driver/Package Handlers 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 a Delivery Driver/Package Handler with a No Diploma is between $34,921 and $37,196).

Delivery Driver/Package Handler Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Delivery Driver/Package Handler
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.6%
High School 67.9%
Associates 10.7%
Bachelors 16.1%
Masters 1.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Delivery Driver/Package Handler Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Delivery Driver/Package Handler'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 Delivery Driver/Package Handler

Salaries for a Delivery Driver/Package Handler can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $40,380 in 2023 to around $39,858 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Delivery Driver/Package Handler salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Delivery Driver/Package Handler Over Time

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$40,380
2024
$40,200
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2024 $40,200
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