Research Summary. After extensive research by the Zippia data science team, we have updated details on the porter salary by state for the United States as of 2026:
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Alaska continues to offer the highest porter salary at $41,303
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Louisiana has the lowest porter salary at $20,574
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The national average salary for porters is $29,861
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The national hourly pay for porters is $14.36
You can read more on the specific methodology.
Background
In 2026, salary remains the most critical factor in job consideration for most individuals, as highlighted in various surveys across demographics. Many job seekers ask, “How much do porters earn in my area?”
While your city’s salary may vary slightly from the state average, comprehensive data exists for average salaries for porters by state, reflecting various seniority levels. These averages provide a solid foundation for understanding what you can expect in terms of salary.
As of now, Alaska remains the top-paying state for porters.
Here’s a quick snapshot of the top ten states for porter salaries:
Let’s examine the full ranking of all states to get a clearer picture.
Highest-Paid Porters By State
| Rank | State | Average Porter Salary | 10th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $41,303 | $35,000 | $48,000 |
| 2 | Washington | $41,024 | $33,000 | $50,000 |
| 3 | Hawaii | $35,604 | $30,000 | $41,000 |
| 4 | Oregon | $35,264 | $28,000 | $43,000 |
| 5 | California | $34,897 | $27,000 | $44,000 |
| 6 | Massachusetts | $33,808 | $27,000 | $42,000 |
| 7 | Montana | $32,506 | $25,000 | $40,000 |
| 8 | Vermont | $32,157 | $26,000 | $39,000 |
| 9 | New York | $31,852 | $24,000 | $40,000 |
| 10 | Nevada | $31,784 | $25,000 | $40,000 |
| 11 | Connecticut | $31,449 | $24,000 | $39,000 |
| 12 | New Hampshire | $31,298 | $25,000 | $38,000 |
| 13 | Rhode Island | $31,176 | $24,000 | $39,000 |
| 14 | North Dakota | $31,164 | $24,000 | $39,000 |
| 15 | Minnesota | $31,066 | $24,000 | $39,000 |
| 16 | Maine | $30,778 | $25,000 | $37,000 |
| 17 | Wyoming | $30,687 | $24,000 | $38,000 |
| 18 | Colorado | $30,652 | $24,000 | $38,000 |
| 19 | Illinois | $28,936 | $22,000 | $36,000 |
| 20 | New Jersey | $28,933 | $22,000 | $36,000 |
| 21 | Iowa | $28,768 | $22,000 | $36,000 |
| 22 | Arizona | $28,596 | $22,000 | $36,000 |
| 23 | Wisconsin | $28,485 | $22,000 | $36,000 |
| 24 | Utah | $28,179 | $22,000 | $35,000 |
| 25 | South Dakota | $28,134 | $22,000 | $35,000 |
| 26 | Indiana | $27,265 | $21,000 | $34,000 |
| 27 | Missouri | $26,878 | $21,000 | $34,000 |
| 28 | Nebraska | $26,728 | $20,000 | $34,000 |
| 29 | Maryland | $26,706 | $20,000 | $34,000 |
| 30 | Michigan | $26,608 | $20,000 | $34,000 |
| 31 | Kansas | $25,802 | $20,000 | $33,000 |
| 32 | Idaho | $25,801 | $20,000 | $32,000 |
| 33 | Pennsylvania | $25,493 | $19,000 | $32,000 |
| 34 | Ohio | $25,394 | $19,000 | $32,000 |
| 35 | Texas | $24,958 | $19,000 | $31,000 |
| 36 | Virginia | $24,821 | $19,000 | $31,000 |
| 37 | Tennessee | $24,776 | $19,000 | $31,000 |
| 38 | New Mexico | $24,376 | $19,000 | $31,000 |
| 39 | Oklahoma | $24,025 | $18,000 | $30,000 |
| 40 | Arkansas | $23,978 | $18,000 | $30,000 |
| 41 | West Virginia | $23,572 | $18,000 | $30,000 |
| 42 | Georgia | $23,538 | $18,000 | $30,000 |
| 43 | Kentucky | $23,515 | $18,000 | $30,000 |
| 44 | Florida | $23,473 | $18,000 | $30,000 |
| 45 | North Carolina | $23,083 | $18,000 | $29,000 |
| 46 | Delaware | $22,811 | $17,000 | $29,000 |
| 47 | Alabama | $22,691 | $17,000 | $29,000 |
| 48 | South Carolina | $22,294 | $17,000 | $28,000 |
| 49 | Mississippi | $21,590 | $16,000 | $27,000 |
| 50 | Louisiana | $20,574 | $15,000 | $26,000 |
Methodology: Porter Salary By State
To analyze porter pay by state, Zippia has collected data from various reputable sources, including the BLS, FLC, and OPM. We supplement this data with actual salaries listed in job postings and calculate a weighted average to determine the average salary for porters by state.
We rank every state based on the average annual salary data for porters, identifying the state with the highest average salary.
Porter Salary By State FAQs
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What is the highest-paid state for porters?
The highest-paid state for porters is Alaska with an average salary of $41,303 per year.
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What city pays porters the most?
Seattle, WA pays porters the most with an average salary of $41,166 per year.
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What is the worst state for porters?
The worst state for porters is Louisiana with an average salary of $20,574 per year.
Author
Chris Kolmar is a co-founder of Zippia and the editor-in-chief of the Zippia career advice blog. He has hired over 50 people in his career, been hired five times, and wants to help you land your next job. His research has been featured on the New York Times, Thrillist, VOX, The Atlantic, and a host of local news. More recently, he's been quoted on USA Today, BusinessInsider, and CNBC.
