The salary of a Distribution Manager in the United States varies depending on several factors, including experience, location, education level, marketing trend and company sizes.
As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Distribution Manager in the United States is $89,153. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $80,066 to $99,749, with most professionals earning between $71,793 and $109,396.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $99,749 | $8,312 | $1,918 | $48 |
| Average | $89,153 | $7,429 | $1,714 | $43 |
| 25th Percentile | $80,066 | $6,672 | $1,540 | $38 |
An entry-level Distribution Manager with less than 1 year of experience earns about $85,762. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $86,169. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $87,119. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $88,204, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $90,260.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Distribution Manager | $85,762 |
| Intermediate Level Distribution Manager | $86,169 |
| Senior Level Distribution Manager | $87,119 |
| Specialist Level Distribution Manager | $88,204 |
| Expert Level Distribution Manager | $90,260 |
| Entry Level | 4% |
| Mid Level | 3% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 1% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
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 Manager compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $97,184 in 2023 to approximately $97,889 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Distribution Manager 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 | $89,153 | 71.0% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $6,820 | 5.4% | ||
| 401K/403B | $3,744 | 3.0% | ||
| Disability | $1,783 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 6.6% | ||
| Pension | $4,814 | 3.8% | ||
| Time Off | $10,973 | 8.7% | ||
| Total Compensation | $125,640 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 1.3% |
| High School | 26.2% |
| Associates | 14.2% |
| Bachelors | 42.1% |
| Masters | 16.0% |
| Doctorate | 0.2% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Distribution Manager is $89,153. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Distribution Manager is $43; the average weekly pay of Distribution Manager is $1,714; the average monthly pay of Distribution Manager is $7,429.
A Distribution Manager'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 Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Distribution Manager is $112,449.
The highest pay for Distribution Manager is $109,396.
The lowest pay for Distribution Manager is $71,793.
Manages and deploys the operational strategy, business processes, and systems for overall distribution operations, including order fulfillment, warehousing, inventory management, and transportation. Communicates and monitors production measurement metrics and sets performance targets at the team and individual level for all distribution-related functions that align with company objectives and are within regulatory guidelines. Utilizes data-driven analytical tools and systems to continuously monitor operations, identify inefficiencies, and develop optimization strategies. Troubleshoots and resolves escalated operational issues. Ensures all operations adhere to industry safety protocols and comply with OSHA, DOT, or other governmental regulations. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
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