As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an International Trade Specialist in the United States is $89,479. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $67,874 to a high of $111,354, with most professionals earning between $78,170 and $100,929.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $100,929 | $8,411 | $1,941 | $49 |
| Average | $89,479 | $7,457 | $1,721 | $43 |
| 25th Percentile | $78,170 | $6,514 | $1,503 | $38 |
An entry-level International Trade Specialist with less than 1 year of experience earns about $85,766. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $86,103. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $90,333. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $95,119, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $95,460.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level International Trade Specialist | $85,766 |
| Intermediate Level International Trade Specialist | $86,103 |
| Senior Level International Trade Specialist | $90,333 |
| Specialist Level International Trade Specialist | $95,119 |
| Expert Level International Trade Specialist | $95,460 |
| Entry Level | 4% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 1% |
| Top Level | 6% |
| Experienced | 7% |
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 International Trade Specialist compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $67,724 in 2023 to approximately $67,522 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of International Trade Specialist 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 | $89,479 | 73.3% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $6,845 | 5.6% | ||
| 401K/403B | $2,774 | 2.3% | ||
| Disability | $805 | 0.7% | ||
| Healthcare | $5,345 | 4.4% | ||
| Pension | $4,832 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $12,045 | 9.9% | ||
| Total Compensation | $122,125 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 10.5% |
| Associates | 3.5% |
| Bachelors | 47.4% |
| Masters | 33.3% |
| Doctorate | 5.3% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of International Trade Specialist is $89,479. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of International Trade Specialist is $43; the average weekly pay of International Trade Specialist is $1,721; the average monthly pay of International Trade Specialist is $7,457.
An International Trade Specialist'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, an International Trade Specialist earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an International Trade Specialist is $112,860.
The highest pay for International Trade Specialist is $111,354.
The lowest pay for International Trade Specialist is $67,874.
Responsible for coordinating credit and financial activities and obtaining payments for import/export operations. Acts as an advisor on matters of tariffs, markets, and federal and foreign regulations. Ensures that all filings, documents, and regulatory reporting are completed accurately, in a timely manner, and according to trade laws. Keeps informed of international events and changes to laws and requirements that may impact operations. May negotiate letters of credit or handle issues with international banks. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience.
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
International Trade: Providing and conducting an exchange of goods and services between countries to drive opportunities for revenue growth and market competitiveness.
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