What are the main factors that influence a Distribution Planner's salary?

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

How does experience change A Distribution Planner's salary?

A Distribution Planner's salary grows with experience: a Logistics Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $61,679, a Logistics Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $75,491, a Distribution Planner (4-7 years)earns $95,046, a Logistics Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $119,746, a Logistics Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $138,687,

What are the highest paying states for a Distribution Planner?

Distribution Planner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Distribution Planner roles are District of Columbia $101,100, California $100,717, Massachusetts $99,375. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Distribution Planner roles make?

Salaries for Distribution Planner level roles vary by specialization: Head of Distribution: $211,190; Distribution Director: $183,038; Distribution Transmission Planner: $94,851; Planner: $90,485; Distribution Manager: $89,212.

Distribution Planner Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Distribution Planner make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Distribution Planner in Rhode Island is $95,330 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,439
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,711 to $105,856
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,954

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Distribution Planner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,856	$8,821	$2,036	$51
Average	$95,330	$7,944	$1,833	$46
25th Percentile	$85,711	$7,143	$1,648	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Planner Salaries

A Distribution Planner'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 Distribution Planner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Distribution Planner'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): $61,679
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,491
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,046
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,746
Expert (over 8 years): $138,687

Levels	Salary
Logistics... Level Distribution Planner	$61,679
Logistics... Level Distribution Planner	$75,491
Distribut... Level Distribution Planner	$95,046
Logistics... Level Distribution Planner	$119,746
Logistics... Level Distribution Planner	$138,687

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How Do Distribution Planner 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 Distribution Planners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,100.
California: $100,717.
Massachusetts: $99,375.

District of Columbia $101,100 California $100,717 Massachusetts $99,375 Washington $99,009 New Jersey $98,973 Alaska $98,845 Connecticut $97,585 New York $97,074

Hawaii $95,439 Rhode Island $94,672 Maryland $94,152 Minnesota $93,439 Colorado $93,165 Illinois $93,074 Oregon $92,727 Delaware $92,471

New Hampshire $92,311 Virginia $91,951 Pennsylvania $90,901 Nevada $90,371 North Dakota $90,198 Michigan $89,924 Wisconsin $89,823 Vermont $89,623

Texas $89,066 Maine $89,029 Arizona $88,974 Ohio $88,910 Georgia $88,070 Indiana $87,650 Wyoming $87,568 Utah $87,440

Iowa $87,385 Kansas $86,947 Louisiana $86,819 North Carolina $86,774 Missouri $86,755 Florida $86,399 Montana $86,207 Nebraska $86,025

Kentucky $85,924 South Carolina $85,559 Tennessee $85,331 Idaho $85,240 New Mexico $84,573 Oklahoma $84,427 Alabama $83,888 South Dakota $82,984

Arkansas $82,491 West Virginia $82,226 Mississippi $81,432

Top Paying Cities for Distribution Planners

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:

Adamsville: $96,224
Albion: $94,626
Ashaway: $96,590

Adamsville, RI $96,224 Albion, RI $94,626 Ashaway, RI $96,590 Barrington, RI $94,626 Block Island, RI $96,087 Bradford, RI $96,526 Bristol, RI $94,535 Carolina, RI $95,740

Charlestown, RI $95,841 Chepachet, RI $94,444 Clayville, RI $94,535 Coventry, RI $94,444 West Greenwich, RI $94,380 East Greenwich, RI $94,508 Exeter, RI $96,526 Fiskeville, RI $94,626

Forestdale, RI $94,535 Foster, RI $94,380 Glendale, RI $94,380 Greene, RI $95,439 Greenville, RI $94,626 Harmony, RI $94,599 Harrisville, RI $94,444 Hope, RI $94,626

Hope Valley, RI $96,590 Hopkinton, RI $96,617 Jamestown, RI $95,649 Kenyon, RI $96,498 Little Compton, RI $96,188 Manville, RI $94,626 Mapleville, RI $94,380 Newport, RI $95,667

Middletown, RI $96,069 North Kingstown, RI $94,352 North Scituate, RI $94,599 Oakland, RI $94,471 Pascoag, RI $94,416 Pawtucket, RI $94,626 Central Falls, RI $94,626 Cumberland, RI $94,626

Lincoln, RI $94,626 Portsmouth, RI $95,284 Prudence Island, RI $94,444 Rockville, RI $96,617 Saunderstown, RI $95,704 Shannock, RI $96,471 Slatersville, RI $94,535 Slocum, RI $95,704

Tiverton, RI $96,252 Wakefield, RI $95,603 Kingston, RI $95,622 Narragansett, RI $95,640 Peace Dale, RI $95,603 Warren, RI $94,599 Warwick, RI $94,626 Westerly, RI $96,644

West Kingston, RI $95,677 West Warwick, RI $94,626 Wood River Junction, RI $96,526 Woonsocket, RI $94,535 North Smithfield, RI $94,599 Wyoming, RI $96,498 Providence, RI $94,626 Cranston, RI $94,626

North Providence, RI $94,626 East Providence, RI $94,626 Riverside, RI $94,626 Rumford, RI $94,626 Smithfield, RI $94,626 Johnston, RI $94,626

Distribution Planner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Distribution Planner'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

$85,711

Average $95,330/year

$105,856

$7,143

Average $7,944/month

$8,821

$1,648

Average $1,833/week

$2,036

$41

Average $46/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,856	$8,821	$2,036	$51
Average	$95,330	$7,944	$1,833	$46
25th Percentile	$85,711	$7,143	$1,648	$41

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