Shipping and Receiving Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does a Shipping and Receiving Clerk make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Shipping and Receiving Clerk in the United States is $44,502 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Shipping and Receiving Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,952
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,387 to $49,972
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,640
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Shipping and Receiving Clerk Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $49,972 $4,164 $961 $24
Average $44,502 $3,708 $856 $21
25th Percentile $40,387 $3,366 $777 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Shipping and Receiving Clerk Salaries

A Shipping and Receiving Clerk'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 Shipping and Receiving Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Shipping and Receiving Clerk'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): $39,438
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,099
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,079
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,620
  • Expert (over 8 years): $98,588
Levels Salary
Shipping ... Level Shipping and Receiving Clerk$39,438
Shipping ... Level Shipping and Receiving Clerk$44,099
Shipping ... Level Shipping and Receiving Clerk$50,079
Shipping ... Level Shipping and Receiving Clerk$64,620
Shipping ... Level Shipping and Receiving Clerk$98,588
$39,438 0 yr
$44,099 < 2 yrs
$50,079 2-4 yrs
$64,620 5-8 yrs
$98,588 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Shipping and Receiving Clerks

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: $56,130
  • San Francisco: $55,515
  • Oakland: $54,345

What Skills Can Increase a Shipping and Receiving Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.99% 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.
  • Container (Mentioned in 2.28% Job Postings): Container is an object used for or capable of holding, esp for transport or storage, such as a carton, box, etc.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.99%
Container 2.28%
Housekeeping 1.47%
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 and Receiving Clerk's salary.
  • Sense Of Urgency: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sense Of Urgency
$52,512
18%
Coordination
$51,622
16%
Problem Solving
$48,507
9%
Analysis
$47,172
6%
Coaching
$45,837
3%
ERP Systems
$45,392
2%
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Shipping and Receiving Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Shipping and Receiving Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Shipping and Receiving Clerk positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Shipping and Receiving Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$53,402$26.020%
Financial Services$53,402$26.020%
Energy & Utilities$51,177$25.015%
Internet$51,177$25.015%
Software & Networking$51,177$25.015%

How Education impacts a Shipping and Receiving Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Shipping and Receiving Clerks 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 and Receiving Clerk with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $41,489 and $43,536).

Shipping and Receiving Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.7%
High School 68.7%
Associates 15.8%
Bachelors 10.5%
Masters 0.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Shipping and Receiving Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Shipping and Receiving Clerk'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 and Receiving Clerk

Salaries for a Shipping and Receiving Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,870 in 2023 to around $43,537 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Shipping and Receiving Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Shipping and Receiving Clerk Over Time

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2023
$43,870
2024
$43,832
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  • Luxor Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Luxor Staffing | Columbus, OH

    2756 S Hamilton Rd - [Material Handler / Fulfillment] - Weekly Pay (Direct Deposit/Onsite Check Delivery) / ACA Compliant Healthcare Benefits (Dental + Vis... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Fenix Parts Inc

    Columbus, OH

    Fenix Parts Inc | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Join the Green Automotive Revolution at Fenix Parts. About Fenix Parts. Fenix Parts isn’t just a company. it's an essenti... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Nesco Resource

    Columbus, OH

    Nesco Resource | Columbus, OH

    Nesco Resource - - Responsibilities: Receive items against POs, verify quantities. Label items with barcodes. Put-away items to fulfillment locations. Cond... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Luxor Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    Luxor Staffing | Columbus, OH

    2756 S Hamilton Rd - [Warehouse Associate / Material Handler] - Weekly Pay (Direct Deposit/Onsite Check Delivery) / ACA Compliant Healthcare Benefits (Dent... more

    7 Days Ago

  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Emergency Medicine Physician Needed near Columbus, Ohio. An excellent opportunity for a full-time EM Physician to join an Emergency Department team near Co... more

    5 Days Ago

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    Columbus, OH

    Continuum Medical Staffing | Columbus, OH

    PSYCHIATRIST- CHILD/ADOLESCENT COLUMBUS OHIO We are seeking a Board-Certified Child/ Adolescent Psychiatrist for a permanent position in Columbus Ohio No V... more

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FAQ about Shipping and Receiving Clerk

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Shipping and Receiving Clerk?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Shipping and Receiving Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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