As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Distribution Director in the United States is $181,916. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $162,611 to $203,114, with most professionals earning between $145,035 and $222,414.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $203,114 | $16,926 | $3,906 | $98 |
| Average | $181,916 | $15,160 | $3,498 | $87 |
| 25th Percentile | $162,611 | $13,551 | $3,127 | $78 |
An entry-level Distribution Director with less than 1 year of experience earns about $170,102. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $171,831. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $174,136. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $177,594, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $181,916.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Distribution Director | $170,102 |
| Intermediate Level Distribution Director | $171,831 |
| Senior Level Distribution Director | $174,136 |
| Specialist Level Distribution Director | $177,594 |
| Expert Level Distribution Director | $181,916 |
| Entry Level | 6% |
| Mid Level | 6% |
| Senior Level | 4% |
| Top Level | 2% |
| Experienced | 0% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Distribution Director compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $156,276 in 2023 to approximately $152,518 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Distribution Director salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $181,916 | 73.7% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $13,091 | 5.3% | ||
| 401K/403B | $7,640 | 3.1% | ||
| Disability | $3,638 | 1.5% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 3.4% | ||
| Pension | $9,823 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $22,390 | 9.1% | ||
| Total Compensation | $246,851 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Distribution Director is $181,916. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Distribution Director is $87; the average weekly pay of Distribution Director is $3,498; the average monthly pay of Distribution Director is $15,160.
A Distribution Director's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Distribution Director earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Distribution Director is $229,451.
The highest pay for Distribution Director is $222,414.
The lowest pay for Distribution Director is $145,035.
Directs and implements the operational strategy, business processes, and systems for overall distribution operations, including order fulfillment, warehousing, inventory management, and transportation. Establishes measurement metrics and sets performance targets for all distribution-related functions that align with company objectives and are within regulatory guidelines. Implements data-driven analytical tools and systems to continuously monitor operations, identify inefficiencies, and develop optimization strategies. Ensures all operations adhere to industry safety protocols and comply with OSHA, DOT, or other governmental regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
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