What are the main factors that influence a Freight Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Freight Analyst's salary?

A Freight Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Traffic/Rate Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $69,284, a Freight Analyst (2-4 years)earns $80,527, a Traffic/Rate Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $103,862, a Traffic/Rate Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $126,767,

What are the highest paying states for a Freight Analyst?

Freight Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Freight Analyst roles are District of Columbia $80,564, California $80,258, Massachusetts $79,189. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Freight Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Freight Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Freight Cost Analyst IV: $113,200; Freight Conductor: $99,658; Freight Cost Analyst III: $92,800; Freight Forwarder: $89,065; Freight Cost Analyst II: $71,900.

Freight Analyst Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Freight Analyst make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Freight Analyst in District of Columbia is $80,986 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,201
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,158 to $87,380
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,942

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Freight Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,380	$7,282	$1,680	$42
Average	$80,986	$6,749	$1,557	$39
25th Percentile	$74,158	$6,180	$1,426	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Freight Analyst Salaries

A Freight Analyst'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 Do Freight Analyst 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 Freight Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,564.
California: $80,258.
Massachusetts: $79,189.

District of Columbia $80,564 California $80,258 Massachusetts $79,189 Washington $78,898 New Jersey $78,868 Alaska $78,767 Connecticut $77,762 New York $77,355

Hawaii $76,053 Rhode Island $75,441 Maryland $75,027 Minnesota $74,459 Colorado $74,241 Illinois $74,168 Oregon $73,891 Delaware $73,688

New Hampshire $73,560 Virginia $73,273 Pennsylvania $72,436 Nevada $72,014 North Dakota $71,876 Michigan $71,658 Wisconsin $71,578 Vermont $71,417

Texas $70,974 Maine $70,945 Arizona $70,901 Ohio $70,850 Georgia $70,180 Indiana $69,846 Wyoming $69,780 Utah $69,678

Iowa $69,635 Kansas $69,285 Louisiana $69,184 North Carolina $69,147 Missouri $69,133 Florida $68,849 Montana $68,696 Nebraska $68,551

Kentucky $68,471 South Carolina $68,179 Tennessee $67,998 Idaho $67,925 New Mexico $67,394 Oklahoma $67,277 Alabama $66,848 South Dakota $66,128

Arkansas $65,735 West Virginia $65,524 Mississippi $64,891

Top Paying Cities for Freight Analysts

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: $80,564
Washington: $80,564
Naval Anacost Annex: $80,564

Parcel Return Service, DC $80,564 Washington, DC $80,564 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $80,564 Washington Navy Yard, DC $80,564

Freight Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Freight Analyst'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

$74,158

Average $80,986/year

$87,380

$6,180

Average $6,749/month

$7,282

$1,426

Average $1,557/week

$1,680

$36

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,380	$7,282	$1,680	$42
Average	$80,986	$6,749	$1,557	$39
25th Percentile	$74,158	$6,180	$1,426	$36

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