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Truck Dispatch Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Truck Dispatch Supervisor make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Truck Dispatch Supervisor in the United States is $62,078 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Truck Dispatch Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,064
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,024 to $68,352
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,602
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Truck Dispatch Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Hourly
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75th Percentile $68,352 $5,696 $1,314 $33
Average $62,078 $5,173 $1,194 $30
25th Percentile $55,024 $4,585 $1,058 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Truck Dispatch Supervisor Salaries

A Truck Dispatch Supervisor'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 Truck Dispatch Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Truck Dispatch Supervisor'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:

  • Truck Dispatch Supervisor (0-2 years): $62,078
  • Truck Dispatch Supervisor, Sr. (2-3 years): $69,184
  • Truck Dispatch Manager (3-5 years): $95,702
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Truck Dispatch Supervisor0-2 years$62,078
Truck Dispatch Supervisor, Sr.2-3 years$69,184
Truck Dispatch Manager3-5 years$95,702
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Top Paying Cities for Truck Dispatch Supervisors

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: $78,299
  • San Francisco: $77,529
  • Oakland: $75,810

What Skills Can Increase a Truck Dispatch Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 14.17% 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 1.44% Job Postings): Container is an object used for or capable of holding, esp for transport or storage, such as a carton, box, etc.
  • Equipment Maintenance (Mentioned in 1.1% Job Postings): Keeping business equipment in reliable working order and condition to lessen downtime and assure equipment safety.
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Customer Service 14.17%
Container 1.44%
Equipment Maintenance 1.1%
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 Truck Dispatch Supervisor's salary.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Planning: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Logistics: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Problem Solving
$64,561
4%
Planning
$63,940
3%
Logistics
$63,940
3%
Leadership
$63,940
3%
Microsoft Office
$63,940
3%
Coaching
$62,699
1%
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How Education impacts a Truck Dispatch Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Truck Dispatch Supervisors 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 Truck Dispatch Supervisor with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $62,794 and $66,204).

Truck Dispatch Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Truck Dispatch Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 56.7%
High School 56.7%
Associates 16.7%
Bachelors 26.7%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Truck Dispatch Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Truck Dispatch Supervisor'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 May 18, 2021

Truck Dispatch Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Truck Dispatch Supervisor, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Truck Dispatch Supervisor, Sr. role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $69,184 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Truck Dispatch Supervisor

Salaries for a Truck Dispatch Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $62,576 in 2023 to around $62,189 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Truck Dispatch Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Truck Dispatch Supervisor Over Time

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2024
$62,644
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FAQ about Truck Dispatch Supervisor

1. Where can a Truck Dispatch Supervisor earn the most?

A Truck Dispatch Supervisor's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Truck Dispatch Supervisor earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Truck Dispatch Supervisor is $78,299.

2. What is the highest pay for Truck Dispatch Supervisor?

The highest pay for Truck Dispatch Supervisor is $74,064.

3. What is the lowest pay for Truck Dispatch Supervisor?

The lowest pay for Truck Dispatch Supervisor is $48,602.

4. What are the responsibilities of Truck Dispatch Supervisor?

Supervises the dispatching of trucks to convey freight to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Tracks deliveries via computer systems and monitors communication lines to assist with complex or immediate questions. Reviews driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data to evaluate driver performance. Ensures dispatchers and drivers are educated and compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of the team processes.

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