What is the average hourly wage for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks?

The median hourly wage for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks is $18.39 per hour. This translates to approximately $38,260 per year working full-time.

What states pay Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks the most?

Salaries for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a shipping, receiving, and inventory clerk?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks Salary

Name: Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks Salary Data
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$38,260

$18.39 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$20,278 - $65,807

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

688,360

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks Salary by Percentile

$20,278 $65,807

10th pct Median: $38,260 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$20,278	$9.75
25th Percentile	$27,547	$13.24
50th (Median)	$38,260	$18.39
75th Percentile	$52,799	$25.38
90th (Top Earners)	$65,807	$31.64
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$50,503	$24.28
2	California (CA)	$47,825	$22.99
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$46,677	$22.44
4	New York (NY)	$46,677	$22.44
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$45,912	$22.07
6	Connecticut (CT)	$45,147	$21.71
7	Maryland (MD)	$45,147	$21.71
8	Hawaii (HI)	$43,999	$21.15
9	Alaska (AK)	$42,851	$20.60
10	Washington (WA)	$42,851	$20.60
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks

Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the administrative sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks

Projected Growth

-2%

2022-2032

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Annual Job Openings

1,619,300

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks make?

The median annual salary for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks is $38,260 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $20,278, while the top 10% earn $65,807 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks?

Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks earn a median hourly wage of $18.39 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $38,260 annually.

Is Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $38,260, Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.