How much does an Assembly Packer make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assembly Packer in the United States is $35,466 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, an Assembly Packer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $42,063
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,394 to $38,919
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,508

Key Factors That Influence Assembly Packer Salaries

An Assembly Packer'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 Assembly Packer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assembly Packer'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): $34,415
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $34,746
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $35,801
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $35,945
  • Expert (over 8 years): $36,185
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assembly Packer less than 1 year $34,415
Early Career Level Assembly Packer 1-2 years $34,746
Mid-Level Level Assembly Packer 2-4 years $35,801
Senior-Level Level Assembly Packer 5-8 years $35,945
Expert Level Assembly Packer over 8 years $36,185

Top Paying Cities for Assembly Packer

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: $44,733
  • San Francisco: $44,243
  • Oakland: $43,311

Assembly Packer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assembly Packer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Assembly Packer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assembly Packer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assembly Packer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $53,199 $26.0 50%
Software & Networking $49,652 $24.0 40%
Pharmaceuticals $47,879 $23.0 35%
Financial Services $44,332 $21.0 25%
Energy & Utilities $42,559 $20.0 20%

How Education impacts an Assembly Packer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assembly Packer professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assembly Packer with a high school is between $31,683 and $33,927.

Assembly Packer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assembly Packer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 12.5%
High School 87.5%
Associate's Degree 0%
Bachelor's Degree 0%
Master's Degree or MBA 0%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Assembly Packer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assembly Packer'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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$33,394
Average $35,466/year
$38,919
$2,783
Average $2,955/month
$3,243
$642
Average $682/week
$748
$16
Average $17/hour
$19
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $38,919 $3,243 $748 $19
Average $35,466 $2,955 $682 $17
25th Percentile $33,394 $2,783 $642 $16

Most common benefits for Assembly Packer

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assembly Packer

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FAQ about Assembly Packer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assembly Packer?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Assembly Packer roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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