As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Load Planner in the US is $45,606, equivalent to $22 per hour, $877 weekly, or $3,801 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Load Planner in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Load Planner in the US vary widely, spanning from $37,546 to $56,254. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,387) and 75th percentile ($51,179), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,254 per year. This $9,792 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Data Entry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Load Planner often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 60 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Load Planner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Load Planner Salary $37,546 US October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Load Planner Salary $41,387 US October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Load Planner Salary $45,606 US October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Load Planner Salary $51,179 US October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Load Planner Salary $56,254 US October 01, 2026
25% $41,387 10% $37,546 90% $56,254 75% $51,179 $45,606 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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