Receiving Stocking Associate Salary in the United States

How much does a Receiving Stocking Associate make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Receiving Stocking Associate in the United States is $41,446 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Receiving Stocking Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,881
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,467 to $45,338
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,754
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Receiving Stocking Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $45,338 $3,778 $872 $22
Average $41,446 $3,454 $797 $20
25th Percentile $38,467 $3,206 $740 $18
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Retail Stocking Associate

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Shipping and Receiving Associate

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Key Factors That Influence Receiving Stocking Associate Salaries

A Receiving Stocking Associate'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 Receiving Stocking Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Receiving Stocking Associate'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): $41,160
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,025
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,266
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,441
  • Expert (over 8 years): $102,891
Levels Salary
Receiving... Level Receiving Stocking Associate$41,160
Shipping ... Level Receiving Stocking Associate$46,025
Shipping ... Level Receiving Stocking Associate$52,266
Shipping ... Level Receiving Stocking Associate$67,441
Shipping ... Level Receiving Stocking Associate$102,891
$41,160 0 yr
$46,025 < 2 yrs
$52,266 2-4 yrs
$67,441 5-8 yrs
$102,891 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Receiving Stocking Associate 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 Receiving Stocking Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $45,889.
  • California: $45,715.
  • Massachusetts: $45,106.

Top Paying Cities for Receiving Stocking Associates

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: $52,276
  • San Francisco: $51,704
  • Oakland: $50,614

What Skills Can Increase a Receiving Stocking Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.63% 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.
  • Container (Mentioned in 2.28% Job Postings): Container is an object used for or capable of holding, esp for transport or storage, such as a carton, box, etc.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.63%
Container 2.28%
Housekeeping 1.51%
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 Receiving Stocking Associate's salary.
  • Store Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Store Operations
$51,393
24%
Presentation
$48,078
16%
Coaching
$46,834
13%
Analysis
$43,933
6%
Coordination
$43,519
5%
Record Keeping
$43,519
5%
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Receiving Stocking Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Receiving Stocking Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Receiving Stocking Associate positions in Chemicals or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Receiving Stocking Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Receiving Stocking Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$62,169$30.050%
Biotechnology$53,880$26.030%

Receiving Stocking Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Receiving Stocking Associate'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Receiving Stocking Associate

Salaries for a Receiving Stocking Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $42,320 in 2023 to around $42,033 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Receiving Stocking Associate salary trends, .

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$42,320
2024
$42,336
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  • Macy's Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    Macy's Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Macy's Inc. 4141 Brighton Rose Way - Responsibilities: Receive, organize, and stock merchandise in the stockroom. Fulfill and pick orders for customer pick... more

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  • Macy's Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    Macy's Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Macy's Inc. 1300 Polaris Parkway - Responsibilities: Receive and organize merchandise in the stockroom. Assist with packing and manufacturing customer orde... more

    7 Days Ago

  • King Memory Inc

    Columbus, OH

    King Memory Inc | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Benefits. Simple IRA matching. Simple IRA. Climate controlled work environment. Weekends off. Casual work environment. Co... more

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  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Emergency Medicine Physician Needed near Columbus, Ohio. An excellent opportunity for a full-time EM Physician to join an Emergency Department team near Co... more

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    Columbus, OH

    eviCore healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Provides timely expert medical review for requests to evaluate the medical necessity of services that do not meet utilization review criteria while located... more

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    Columbus, OH

    RN

    Alto Health Care Staffing | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Receiving Stocking Associate

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Receiving Stocking Associate?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Receiving Stocking Associate roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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