Shipping Documentation Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Shipping Documentation Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Shipping Documentation Specialist in the United States is $54,665 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Shipping Documentation Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,501
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,610 to $61,384
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,008
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Shipping Documentation Specialist Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $61,384 $5,115 $1,180 $30
Average $54,665 $4,555 $1,051 $26
25th Percentile $49,610 $4,134 $954 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Shipping Documentation Specialist Salaries

A Shipping Documentation Specialist'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 Shipping Documentation Specialist 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 Shipping Documentation Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,525.
  • California: $60,295.
  • Massachusetts: $59,491.

Top Paying Cities for Shipping Documentation Specialists

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: $68,948
  • San Francisco: $68,193
  • Oakland: $66,756

What Skills Can Increase a Shipping Documentation Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.74% 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.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 2.88% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 1.34% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.74%
Data Entry 2.88%
Accounting 1.34%
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 Shipping Documentation Specialist's salary.
  • Merchandising: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • KPI: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Merchandising
$63,411
16%
Analysis
$62,864
15%
KPI
$61,224
12%
Collaboration
$60,131
10%
Leadership
$58,491
7%
Supply Chain
$57,944
6%
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Shipping Documentation Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Shipping Documentation Specialist 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 Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Shipping Documentation Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Shipping Documentation Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Shipping Documentation Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$62,864$30.015%
Pharmaceuticals$61,771$30.013%
Biotechnology$61,224$29.012%
Energy & Utilities$60,131$29.010%
Internet$60,131$29.010%

How Education impacts a Shipping Documentation Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Shipping Documentation Specialists 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 Shipping Documentation Specialist with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $44,441 and $47,433).

Shipping Documentation Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Shipping Documentation Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.7%
High School 63.0%
Associates 16.4%
Bachelors 17.1%
Masters 0.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Shipping Documentation Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Shipping Documentation Specialist'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 Shipping Documentation Specialist

Salaries for a Shipping Documentation Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,821 in 2023 to around $45,473 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Shipping Documentation Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Shipping Documentation Specialist Over Time

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2023
$45,821
2024
$45,781
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FAQ about Shipping Documentation Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Shipping Documentation Specialist?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Shipping Documentation Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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