What are the main factors that influence a Freight Forwarder's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Freight Forwarder?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Freight Forwarder roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Freight Forwarder's salary?

A Freight Forwarder's salary grows with experience: an Import/Export Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $61,473, an Import/Export Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $68,009, an Freight Forwarder (4-7 years)earns $88,591, an Import/Export Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $104,000, an Import/Export Supervisor (7+ years)earns $76,349,

What are the highest paying states for a Freight Forwarder?

Freight Forwarder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Freight Forwarder roles are District of Columbia $97,596, California $97,226, Massachusetts $95,930. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Freight Forwarder roles make?

Salaries for Freight Forwarder level roles vary by specialization: Freight Conductor: $96,642; Mechanized Forwarder Operator: $78,145; Freight Analyst: $71,802; Freight Broker: $59,666; Freight Forwarder Air Export: $55,769.

Freight Forwarder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Freight Forwarder make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Freight Forwarder in Delaware is $89,266 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Freight Forwarder's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,823
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,106 to $98,456
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,677

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Freight Forwarder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,456	$8,205	$1,893	$47
Average	$89,266	$7,439	$1,717	$43
25th Percentile	$81,106	$6,759	$1,560	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Freight Forwarder Salaries

A Freight Forwarder'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 Freight Forwarder Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Freight Forwarder'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): $61,473
Early Career (1-2 years): $68,009
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,591
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,000
Expert (over 8 years): $76,349

Levels	Salary
Import/Ex... Level Freight Forwarder	$61,473
Import/Ex... Level Freight Forwarder	$68,009
Freight F... Level Freight Forwarder	$88,591
Import/Ex... Level Freight Forwarder	$104,000
Import/Ex... Level Freight Forwarder	$76,349

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How Do Freight Forwarder 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 Freight Forwarders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,596.
California: $97,226.
Massachusetts: $95,930.

District of Columbia $97,596 California $97,226 Massachusetts $95,930 Washington $95,578 New Jersey $95,543 Alaska $95,419 Connecticut $94,203 New York $93,709

Hawaii $92,131 Rhode Island $91,391 Maryland $90,888 Minnesota $90,201 Colorado $89,936 Illinois $89,848 Oregon $89,513 Delaware $89,266

New Hampshire $89,111 Virginia $88,764 Pennsylvania $87,750 Nevada $87,239 North Dakota $87,072 Michigan $86,807 Wisconsin $86,710 Vermont $86,516

Texas $85,979 Maine $85,943 Arizona $85,890 Ohio $85,829 Georgia $85,018 Indiana $84,612 Wyoming $84,533 Utah $84,410

Iowa $84,357 Kansas $83,934 Louisiana $83,810 North Carolina $83,766 Missouri $83,748 Florida $83,405 Montana $83,220 Nebraska $83,043

Kentucky $82,946 South Carolina $82,594 Tennessee $82,373 Idaho $82,285 New Mexico $81,642 Oklahoma $81,501 Alabama $80,981 South Dakota $80,108

Arkansas $79,632 West Virginia $79,376 Mississippi $78,609

Top Paying Cities for Freight Forwarders

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:

Lincoln: $88,865
Little Creek: $89,515
Magnolia: $89,386

Lincoln, DE $88,865 Little Creek, DE $89,515 Magnolia, DE $89,386 Milford, DE $89,090 Marydel, DE $89,236 Millsboro, DE $88,492 Millville, DE $88,628 Milton, DE $88,782

Nassau, DE $88,846 Ocean View, DE $88,613 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,783 Seaford, DE $88,834 Selbyville, DE $88,466 Smyrna, DE $89,577 Viola, DE $89,164 Woodside, DE $89,404

Bear, DE $89,198 Newark, DE $89,164 Claymont, DE $89,347 Delaware City, DE $89,253 Hockessin, DE $89,156 Kirkwood, DE $89,236 Middletown, DE $89,271 Montchanin, DE $89,177

New Castle, DE $89,190 Odessa, DE $89,315 Port Penn, DE $89,375 Rockland, DE $89,185 Saint Georges, DE $89,243 Townsend, DE $89,380 Winterthur, DE $89,196 Lewes, DE $88,816

Wilmington, DE $89,161 Dover, DE $89,515 Dover Afb, DE $89,043 Bethany Beach, DE $88,520 Bethel, DE $88,612 Bridgeville, DE $88,820 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,263 Cheswold, DE $89,486

Clayton, DE $89,489 Dagsboro, DE $88,458 Delmar, DE $88,316 Ellendale, DE $88,584 Felton, DE $89,083 Fenwick Island, DE $88,478 Frankford, DE $88,323 Frederica, DE $89,171

Georgetown, DE $88,425 Greenwood, DE $88,835 Harbeson, DE $88,519 Harrington, DE $88,970 Hartly, DE $89,247 Houston, DE $88,843 Kenton, DE $89,493 Laurel, DE $88,372

Yorklyn, DE $89,183

Freight Forwarder Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Freight Forwarder roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Freight Forwarder positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Freight Forwarder as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Freight Forwarder

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$107,120	$51.0	20%
Biotechnology	$102,656	$49.0	15%
Financial Services	$102,656	$49.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$98,193	$47.0	10%
Insurance	$98,193	$47.0	10%

Freight Forwarder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Freight Forwarder'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.

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$81,106

Average $89,266/year

$98,456

$6,759

Average $7,439/month

$8,205

$1,560

Average $1,717/week

$1,893

$39

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,456	$8,205	$1,893	$47
Average	$89,266	$7,439	$1,717	$43
25th Percentile	$81,106	$6,759	$1,560	$39

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