Shipping and receiving clerk salary in United States

The average salary for a Shipping and Receiving Clerk is $19.37 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 33k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 17, 2026.

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Shipping and Receiving Clerk salaries typically range between a low of $15.12 and a high of $24.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Shipping and Receiving Clerk include San Diego, CA at $21.79 per hour, Minneapolis, MN at $21.27 per hour, and Indianapolis, IN at $19.85 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Shipping and Receiving Clerk include Draper ($260,000 per year) and Gaston College ($225,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Shipping and Receiving Clerk salary compares to related positions:

• Senior Shipping Clerk: Average $21.86 per hour
• Shipping Senior Associate: Average $21.14 per hour