How much does an Expeditors make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Expeditors in the United States is $78,772 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,774
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,909 to $88,718
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,841

Key Factors That Influence Expeditors Salaries

An Expeditors'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 Expeditors Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Expeditors'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): $76,700
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $88,262
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,909
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,262
  • Expert (over 8 years): $176,733
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Expeditors less than 1 year $76,700
Purchasing Supervisor 1-2 years $88,262
Purchasing Senior Supervisor 2-4 years $100,909
Purchasing Manager 5-8 years $127,262
Purchasing Senior Manager over 8 years $176,733

Top Paying Cities for Expeditors

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: $99,355
  • San Francisco: $98,267
  • Oakland: $96,196

Expeditors Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Expeditors roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Expeditors positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Expeditors as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Expeditors

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet $98,465 $47.0 25%
Chemicals $94,526 $45.0 20%
Transportation $94,526 $45.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $90,588 $44.0 15%
Insurance $86,649 $42.0 10%

Expeditors Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Expeditors'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
$69,909
Average $78,772/year
$88,718
$5,826
Average $6,564/month
$7,393
$1,344
Average $1,515/week
$1,706
$34
Average $38/hour
$43
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $88,718 $7,393 $1,706 $43
Average $78,772 $6,564 $1,515 $38
25th Percentile $69,909 $5,826 $1,344 $34

Most common benefits for Expeditors

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

Common company salaries for Expeditors

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FAQ about Expeditors

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Expeditors?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Expeditors roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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