Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,650 +10.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.91
10th percentile $32,500
90th percentile $67,640
Employed locally 1,390
National median $43,190

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,500
    25th
    $38,730
    50th (median)
    $47,650
    75th
    $52,160
    90th
    $67,640

    Top-paying metros for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area $52,830
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $52,000
    Longview-Kelso, WA $51,290
    Napa, CA $50,960
    Fairbanks-College, AK $50,260
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $49,890

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General$41,600
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$39,780
    Customer Service Representatives$38,890
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$43,690
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers$60,510
    Receptionists and Information Clerks$34,260

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks in Central Pennsylvania is $22.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.36 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks salaries?

    The median Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks salary in Central Pennsylvania is 10.3% above the national median of $43,190. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks in Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $32,500 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,730.