As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Newspaper Carrier in the United States ranges from $35,979 (25th percentile) to $41,447 (75th percentile), with a median annual salary of $38,813 and an hourly rate of $19. A Newspaper Carrier's salary is shaped by several key factors, including experience level, specific skills, industry differences, company size, and more. Below, we'll explore how each of these influences compensation.
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Last Updated on August 01, 2025An entry-level Newspaper Carrier with less than 1 year of experience earns about $37,884. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $38,813. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $40,401. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $40,633, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $40,750.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Newspaper Carrier | $37,884 |
| Intermediate Level Newspaper Carrier | $38,813 |
| Senior Level Newspaper Carrier | $40,401 |
| Specialist Level Newspaper Carrier | $40,633 |
| Expert Level Newspaper Carrier | $40,750 |
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Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
According to our 100% employer reported salary sources the median salary for a Newspaper Carrier with a No Diploma is $34,827 - $37,095. Please try our salary wizard to explore how other factors like location, Years of experience and number of direct reports can impact your base pay and bonus.
Newspaper Carrier Salaries by Degree Level
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 3.6% |
| High School | 67.9% |
| Associates | 10.7% |
| Bachelors | 16.1% |
| Masters | 1.8% |
As of August 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Newspaper Carrier compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $39,951 in 2023 to approximately $39,435 in 2025. (For a detailed analysis of Newspaper Carrier salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
| Median | % of Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Salary | $38,813 | 66.2% |
| Bonus | $-572 | -1.0% |
| Median | % of Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Social Security | $2,930 | 5.0% |
| 401K/403B | $1,608 | 2.7% |
| Disability | $766 | 1.3% |
| Healthcare | $8,330 | 14.2% |
| Pension | $2,068 | 3.5% |
| Time Off | $4,713 | 8.0% |
| Total Compensation | $58,656 | 100% |
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