Donated Goods Processor Salary in the United States

How much does a Donated Goods Processor make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Donated Goods Processor in the United States is $50,990 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Donated Goods Processor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,659
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,008 to $56,051
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,472
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Donated Goods Processor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $56,051 $4,671 $1,078 $27
Average $50,990 $4,249 $981 $25
25th Percentile $46,008 $3,834 $885 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Donated Goods Processor Salaries

A Donated Goods Processor'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 Do Donated Goods Processor 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 Donated Goods Processors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $56,456.
  • California: $56,242.
  • Massachusetts: $55,492.

Top Paying Cities for Donated Goods Processors

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: $64,314
  • San Francisco: $63,610
  • Oakland: $62,269

What Skills Can Increase a Donated Goods Processor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 4.52% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Logistics (Mentioned in 1.52% Job Postings): In a general business sense, logistics is the management of the flow of things between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.
  • Grant Writing (Mentioned in 1.18% Job Postings): Grant writing is the practice of completing an application process for a financial grant provided by an institution such as a government department, corporation, foundation, or trust. Such application processes are often referred to as either a grant proposal or a grant submission. Successful grant writing requires a clear understanding of grantsmanship. While the principles and fundamentals of grantsmanship apply broadly, it is important to know the target and to be able to tune the language appropriately. Understanding the creation process of a grant proposal is a big part of the success in grant writing. The basic parts to the proposal creation process include: Analyzing the intended audience for the proposal Analyzing the purpose of the proposal Gathering information about the subject of the proposal Choosing the appropriate type of proposal (in this case, a grant proposal) Writing the proposal Formatting the proposal Revising, editing, and proofreading the proposal Submitting the proposal
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Planning 4.52%
Logistics 1.52%
Grant Writing 1.18%
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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 Donated Goods Processor's salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Corporate Development: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
 $58,639
15%
Corporate Development
 $58,129
14%
Business Development
 $57,109
12%
Event Planning
 $56,599
11%
Project Management
 $56,089
10%
Donor Relations
 $55,579
9%
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Donated Goods Processor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Donated Goods Processor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Donated Goods Processor positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Donated Goods Processor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Donated Goods Processor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$61,188$29.020%

How Education impacts a Donated Goods Processor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Donated Goods Processors 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 Donated Goods Processor with a Associate's Degree is between $49,410 and $51,941).

Donated Goods Processor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Donated Goods Processor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.1%
High School 4.9%
Associates 4.5%
Bachelors 63.9%
Masters 25.6%
Doctorate 1.0%
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Donated Goods Processor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Donated Goods Processor'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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$46,008
Average $50,990/year
$56,051
$3,834
Average $4,249/month
$4,671
$885
Average $981/week
$1,078
$22
Average $25/hour
$27
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $56,051 $4,671 $1,078 $27
Average $50,990 $4,249 $981 $25
25th Percentile $46,008 $3,834 $885 $22

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Salary Trends for Donated Goods Processor

Salaries for a Donated Goods Processor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $50,795 in 2023 to around $50,233 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Donated Goods Processor salary trends, .

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