Shipping and Receiving Clerk Salary Guide 2026
Updated February 23, 2026
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Key Takeaways
- National median base: $38,140; 75th percentile: $47,800; 90th percentile: $55,440
- E-commerce/3PL and pharmaceutical distribution pay the highest: $42K-$55K median for experienced clerks
- Metropolitan areas with high logistics density (Chicago, LA, NJ/NYC) pay 20-40% above national median
- WMS proficiency (SAP, Manhattan Associates) adds $2-$5/hour over clerks with only manual experience
- Forklift certification is table stakes; hazmat certification (DOT 49 CFR) adds $1-$3/hour premium
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