What are the main factors that influence a Package Handler's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Package Handler's salary?

A Package Handler's salary grows with experience: starting around $38,566 for beginners, reaching about $40,132 at mid-level, and approach $40,565 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Package Handler?

Package Handler salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Package Handler roles are District of Columbia $37,960, California $37,816, Massachusetts $37,312. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Package Handler roles make?

Salaries for Package Handler level roles vary by specialization: Package Manager: $116,168; Package Designer: $75,293; Package Delivery: $47,699; Delivery Driver/Package Handler: $38,583; Handler: $36,674.

Package Handler Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Package Handler make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Package Handler in District of Columbia is $38,159 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Package Handler's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,126
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,927 to $41,282
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,894

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Package Handler Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,282	$3,440	$794	$20
Average	$38,159	$3,180	$734	$18
25th Percentile	$35,927	$2,994	$691	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Package Handler Salaries

A Package Handler'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Package Handler Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Package Handler'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): $38,566
Early Career (1-2 years): $38,941
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,132
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,294
Expert (over 8 years): $40,565

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Package Handler	$38,566
Intermediate Level Package Handler	$38,941
Senior Level Package Handler	$40,132
Specialist Level Package Handler	$40,294
Expert Level Package Handler	$40,565

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How Do Package Handler Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Package Handlers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $37,960.
California: $37,816.
Massachusetts: $37,312.

District of Columbia $37,960 California $37,816 Massachusetts $37,312 Washington $37,175 New Jersey $37,161 Alaska $37,113 Connecticut $36,640 New York $36,448

Hawaii $35,834 Rhode Island $35,546 Maryland $35,351 Minnesota $35,083 Colorado $34,981 Illinois $34,946 Oregon $34,816 Delaware $34,720

New Hampshire $34,660 Virginia $34,525 Pennsylvania $34,130 Nevada $33,932 North Dakota $33,866 Michigan $33,764 Wisconsin $33,726 Vermont $33,650

Texas $33,441 Maine $33,428 Arizona $33,407 Ohio $33,383 Georgia $33,068 Indiana $32,910 Wyoming $32,879 Utah $32,831

Iowa $32,810 Kansas $32,646 Louisiana $32,598 North Carolina $32,581 Missouri $32,574 Florida $32,440 Montana $32,368 Nebraska $32,300

Kentucky $32,262 South Carolina $32,125 Tennessee $32,039 Idaho $32,005 New Mexico $31,754 Oklahoma $31,700 Alabama $31,497 South Dakota $31,158

Arkansas $30,973 West Virginia $30,873 Mississippi $30,575

Top Paying Cities for Package Handlers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $37,960
Washington: $37,960
Naval Anacost Annex: $37,960

Parcel Return Service, DC $37,960 Washington, DC $37,960 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $37,960 Washington Navy Yard, DC $37,960

Package Handler Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Package Handler'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

$35,927

Average $38,159/year

$41,282

$2,994

Average $3,180/month

$3,440

$691

Average $734/week

$794

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,282	$3,440	$794	$20
Average	$38,159	$3,180	$734	$18
25th Percentile	$35,927	$2,994	$691	$17

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