Lead Dock Worker Salary in the United States

How much does a Lead Dock Worker make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Dock Worker in the United States is $65,280 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,854
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,446 to $73,955
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,224
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Lead Dock Worker Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $73,955 $6,163 $1,422 $36
Average $65,280 $5,440 $1,255 $31
25th Percentile $58,446 $4,871 $1,124 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Lead Dock Worker Salaries

A Lead Dock Worker'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 Lead Dock Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Dock Worker'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): $62,103
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $62,407
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,118
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,931
  • Expert (over 8 years): $64,897
Levels Salary
Entry Level Lead Dock Worker$62,103
Intermediate Level Lead Dock Worker$62,407
Senior Level Lead Dock Worker$63,118
Specialist Level Lead Dock Worker$63,931
Expert Level Lead Dock Worker$64,897
$62,103 0 yr
$62,407 < 2 yrs
$63,118 2-4 yrs
$63,931 5-8 yrs
$64,897 > 8 yrs
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How Do Lead Dock Worker 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 Lead Dock Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $72,278.
  • California: $72,004.
  • Massachusetts: $71,044.

Top Paying Cities for Lead Dock Workers

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: $82,337
  • San Francisco: $81,528
  • Oakland: $79,720

What Skills Can Increase a Lead Dock Worker's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.03% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
  • Cash Handling (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Process of receiving and giving money in a business. In retail, cash handling ranges from the point of sale to the behind-the-scenes money management during the day.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 12.03%
Packaging 1.97%
Cash Handling 1.45%
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 Lead Dock Worker's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
$71,155
9%
Commitment
$70,502
8%
Process Improvement
$70,502
8%
Supply Chain
$69,196
6%
Team Management
$69,196
6%
Scheduling
$68,544
5%
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How Education impacts a Lead Dock Worker's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Lead Dock Workers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Lead Dock Worker with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $63,350 and $67,775).

Lead Dock Worker Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Lead Dock Worker
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.3%
High School 53.3%
Associates 16.0%
Bachelors 28.0%
Masters 1.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Lead Dock Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Dock Worker'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Lead Dock Worker

Salaries for a Lead Dock Worker can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $68,551 in 2023 to around $68,762 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Lead Dock Worker salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Lead Dock Worker Over Time

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2023
$68,551
2024
$69,474
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$68,762
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2023 $68,551
2024 $69,474
2025 $68,762
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