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Delivery Driver salary
Delivery drivers pick up and drop off packages and goods for customers and businesses.
Median annual
$42,000
Median hourly
$20
Top 10% earn
$60,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$32,000
Median$42,000
Top 10%$60,000
Delivery Driver salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $35,200 | $17 | -16% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $39,000 | $19 | -7% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $44,300 | $21 | +5% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $52,700 | $25 | +25% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified delivery drivers, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
High school diploma and a clean driving record.
Job outlook
6% growth through 2033 — e-commerce keeps expanding.
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