Warehouse Picker Packer Salary in the United States

How much does a Warehouse Picker Packer make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Warehouse Picker Packer in the United States is $34,614 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Warehouse Picker Packer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,233
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,139 to $37,556
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,886
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Warehouse Picker Packer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $37,556 $3,130 $722 $18
Average $34,614 $2,885 $666 $17
25th Percentile $32,139 $2,678 $618 $15
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Key Factors That Influence Warehouse Picker Packer Salaries

A Warehouse Picker Packer'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 Warehouse Picker Packer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Warehouse Picker Packer'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): $34,398
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $42,719
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,482
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,948
  • Expert (over 8 years): $81,976
Levels Salary
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Picker Packer$34,398
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Picker Packer$42,719
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Picker Packer$47,482
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Picker Packer$65,948
Warehouse... Level Warehouse Picker Packer$81,976
$34,398 0 yr
$42,719 < 2 yrs
$47,482 2-4 yrs
$65,948 5-8 yrs
$81,976 > 8 yrs
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How Do Warehouse Picker Packer 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 Warehouse Picker Packers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $38,325.
  • California: $38,180.
  • Massachusetts: $37,671.

Top Paying Cities for Warehouse Picker Packers

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: $43,659
  • San Francisco: $43,181
  • Oakland: $42,271

What Skills Can Increase a Warehouse Picker Packer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.97% 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.
  • Inventory Control (Mentioned in 3.28% Job Postings): Inventory control or stock control can be broadly defined as "the activity of checking a shop’s stock." However, a more focused definition takes into account the more science-based, methodical practice of not only verifying a business' inventory but also focusing on the many related facets of inventory management (such as forecasting future demand) "within an organisation to meet the demand placed upon that business economically." Other facets of inventory control include supply chain management, production control, financial flexibility, and customer satisfaction. At the root of inventory control, however, is the inventory control problem, which involves determining when to order, how much to order, and the logistics (where) of those decisions. An extension of inventory control is the inventory control system. This may come in the form of a technological system and its programmed software used for managing various aspects of inventory problems , or it may refer to a methodology (which may include the use of technological barriers) for handling loss prevention in a business.
  • Container (Mentioned in 2.48% Job Postings): Container is an object used for or capable of holding, esp for transport or storage, such as a carton, box, etc.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.97%
Inventory Control 3.28%
Container 2.48%
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 Warehouse Picker Packer's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Scheduling: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$38,076
10%
Analysis
$37,384
8%
Scheduling
$37,037
7%
Coaching
$37,037
7%
Microsoft Office
$36,691
6%
Wholesale
$36,345
5%
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Warehouse Picker Packer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Warehouse Picker Packer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Warehouse Picker Packer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Warehouse Picker Packer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Warehouse Picker Packer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$51,922$25.050%
Telecom$50,191$24.045%
Construction$48,460$23.040%
Media$46,729$22.035%
Aerospace & Defense$44,999$22.030%

How Education impacts a Warehouse Picker Packer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Warehouse Picker Packers 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 Warehouse Picker Packer with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $35,843 and $37,315).

Warehouse Picker Packer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Warehouse Picker Packer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 6.3%
High School 70.1%
Associates 11.7%
Bachelors 10.8%
Masters 0.9%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Warehouse Picker Packer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Warehouse Picker Packer'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 Warehouse Picker Packer

Salaries for a Warehouse Picker Packer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $33,930 in 2023 to around $33,368 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Warehouse Picker Packer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Warehouse Picker Packer Over Time

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2023
$33,930
2024
$33,652
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$33,368
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2024 $33,652
2025 $33,368
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    Columbus, OH

    Infin Moving | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Randstad | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Warehouse Picker Packer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Warehouse Picker Packer?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Warehouse Picker Packer roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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