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The average salary for a Stacker in the United States is $29,046 annually, translating to about $13.96 per hour. This figure can vary based on factors such as geographical location, years of experience, and the specific industry. For instance, stackers with more years of experience often command higher wages, with entry-level positions typically earning less.
Stackers in states like California and New York usually receive higher salaries compared to those in other regions. This discrepancy is often attributed to the cost of living and demand for labor in these areas. For example, the highest paying states for stackers can see salaries exceeding $35,000 per year.
As industries evolve, the demand for stackers remains steady, particularly in logistics and manufacturing sectors. Job seekers can enhance their prospects by acquiring skills related to inventory management and equipment operation. Check out the latest job postings on Zippia for stacker positions that match your qualifications and salary expectations.
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The average stacker salary in Oregon, Alaska, and Minnesota are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average stacker salary states are Alabama, West Virginia, and South Carolina.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin | $34,312 | $16.50 |
| 2 | Maine | $34,507 | $16.59 |
| 3 | Minnesota | $35,754 | $17.19 |
| 4 | Oregon | $36,735 | $17.66 |
| 5 | Vermont | $33,676 | $16.19 |
| 6 | Idaho | $35,665 | $17.15 |
| 7 | Iowa | $32,321 | $15.54 |
| 8 | Pennsylvania | $32,361 | $15.56 |
| 9 | Utah | $34,189 | $16.44 |
| 10 | New Hampshire | $32,791 | $15.76 |
| 11 | Illinois | $31,863 | $15.32 |
| 12 | North Dakota | $33,823 | $16.26 |
| 13 | Alaska | $36,309 | $17.46 |
| 14 | South Dakota | $31,915 | $15.34 |
| 15 | Michigan | $30,886 | $14.85 |
| 16 | Washington | $33,211 | $15.97 |
| 17 | Kansas | $30,331 | $14.58 |
| 18 | Indiana | $29,446 | $14.16 |
| 19 | Colorado | $33,181 | $15.95 |
| 20 | Nebraska | $29,930 | $14.39 |
| 21 | District of Columbia | $35,541 | $17.09 |
| 22 | Ohio | $28,082 | $13.50 |
| 23 | Massachusetts | $32,472 | $15.61 |
| 24 | New York | $32,592 | $15.67 |
| 25 | Rhode Island | $30,934 | $14.87 |
| 26 | California | $30,690 | $14.75 |
| 27 | Connecticut | $31,151 | $14.98 |
| 28 | Hawaii | $33,577 | $16.14 |
| 29 | Montana | $30,716 | $14.77 |
| 30 | Tennessee | $25,292 | $12.16 |
| 31 | Nevada | $28,882 | $13.89 |
| 32 | Arizona | $28,605 | $13.75 |
| 33 | New Jersey | $30,419 | $14.62 |
| 34 | Kentucky | $24,779 | $11.91 |
| 35 | Arkansas | $25,126 | $12.08 |
| 36 | Missouri | $26,745 | $12.86 |
| 37 | Maryland | $28,355 | $13.63 |
| 38 | Wyoming | $28,741 | $13.82 |
| 39 | Oklahoma | $27,232 | $13.09 |
| 40 | Mississippi | $25,083 | $12.06 |
| 41 | West Virginia | $23,097 | $11.10 |
| 42 | Delaware | $27,781 | $13.36 |
| 43 | Georgia | $23,691 | $11.39 |
| 44 | Virginia | $27,093 | $13.03 |
| 45 | Alabama | $23,353 | $11.23 |
| 46 | North Carolina | $22,625 | $10.88 |
| 47 | Texas | $24,317 | $11.69 |
| 48 | South Carolina | $22,964 | $11.04 |
| 49 | New Mexico | $25,454 | $12.24 |
| 50 | Florida | $22,625 | $10.88 |
| 51 | Louisiana | $20,988 | $10.09 |
The highest-paying cities for stackers are Woodburn, OR, Maple Grove, MN, and Salt Lake City, UT.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Woodburn, OR | $36,743 | $17.66 |
| 2 | Maple Grove, MN | $35,832 | $17.23 |
| 3 | Salt Lake City, UT | $34,301 | $16.49 |
| 4 | Denver, CO | $33,254 | $15.99 |
| 5 | San Francisco, CA | $32,935 | $15.83 |
| 6 | Naperville, IL | $31,971 | $15.37 |
| 7 | Hastings, NE | $29,565 | $14.21 |
| 8 | McLean, VA | $29,238 | $14.06 |
| 9 | Tulsa, OK | $27,355 | $13.15 |
| 10 | Columbus, OH | $27,238 | $13.10 |
| 11 | Saint Louis, MO | $26,513 | $12.75 |
| 12 | La Vergne, TN | $25,310 | $12.17 |
| 13 | Fort Worth, TX | $24,299 | $11.68 |
| 14 | Dalton, GA | $23,912 | $11.50 |
| 15 | Rock Hill, SC | $23,177 | $11.14 |
| 16 | Winston-Salem, NC | $22,797 | $10.96 |
| 17 | Jacksonville, FL | $22,713 | $10.92 |
A stacker's salary ranges from $22,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $38,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $38,000 | $3,167 | $18 |
| 75th Percentile | $33,000 | $2,750 | $16 |
| Average | $29,046 | $2,421 | $14 |
| 25th Percentile | $25,000 | $2,083 | $12 |
| 10th Percentile | $22,000 | $1,833 | $11 |
The highest paying types of stackers are stock unloader, dock worker, and warehouseman.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Helper | $35,793 | $2,983 | $17.21 | 69,738 |
| Warehouseman | $36,022 | $3,002 | $17.32 | 158,488 |
| Warehouse Labour | $31,746 | $2,646 | $15.26 | 218,654 |
| Material Handler | $33,215 | $2,768 | $15.97 | 174,068 |
| Loader/Unloader | $31,827 | $2,652 | $15.30 | 67,063 |
| Line Up Worker | $27,868 | $2,322 | $13.40 | 78,644 |
Top companies hiring stackers now:
Stacker salaries at Cognizant and Tachyon Technologies are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average stacker salary at companies like Zensar Technologies and JPMorgan Chase & Co. are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cognizant | $42,382 | $20.38 |
| 2 | Tachyon Technologies | $42,042 | $20.21 |
| 3 | Zensar Technologies | $41,260 | $19.84 |
| 4 | JPMorgan Chase & Co. | $36,258 | $17.43 |
| 5 | Idexcel | $36,037 | $17.33 |
| 6 | Owens Corning | $35,867 | $17.24 |
| 7 | Nityo Infotech | $35,748 | $17.19 |
| 8 | Danfoss | $35,745 | $17.19 |
| 9 | UFP Industries | $34,658 | $16.66 |
| 10 | Homeland Vinyl Products | $34,278 | $16.48 |
| 11 | Tetra Pak | $34,245 | $16.46 |
| 12 | Tyson Foods | $34,207 | $16.45 |
| 13 | BNY Mellon | $33,976 | $16.33 |
| 14 | Precision Technologies Inc | $33,683 | $16.19 |
| 15 | International Paper | $33,601 | $16.15 |
| 16 | Stanley Black & Decker | $33,317 | $16.02 |
| 17 | Capgemini | $33,304 | $16.01 |
| 18 | Boise Cascade | $33,155 | $15.94 |
| 19 | WestRock | $32,925 | $15.83 |
| 20 | Mastech Digital | $32,883 | $15.81 |
The average stacker salary varies across industries:
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manufacturing | $32,074 | $15.42 |
| 2 | Transportation | $30,884 | $14.85 |
| 3 | Energy | $30,054 | $14.45 |
| 4 | Retail | $29,250 | $14.06 |
| 5 | Agriculture | $28,938 | $13.91 |
The average stacker salary has risen by $6,879 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average stacker earned $22,167 annually, but today, they earn $29,046 a year. That works out to a 20% change in pay for stackers over the last decade.
Compare stacker salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare stacker salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,000 | $13.96 | +5.2% |
| 2024 | $27,500 | $13.24 | +4.2% |
| 2023 | $26,400 | $12.68 | +4.3% |
| 2022 | $25,200 | $12.13 | +3.9% |
| 2021 | $24,200 | $11.66 | +3.7% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Foodservice | Night Warehouse Stacker | Corona, CA | 06/28/2025 | $41,740 |
| Nidec Americas Holding | *NEW Wages* Lamination Stacker-Third Shift | North Mankato, MN | 06/27/2025 | $50,589 |
| Core Mark | Night Warehouse Stacker | Corona, CA | 06/26/2025 | $41,740 |
| Performance Food Group | Night Warehouse Stacker | Corona, CA | 06/25/2025 | $41,740 |
| Advance Services | Stacker PM Shift | Gilroy, CA | 06/25/2025 | $36,523 |
| Personnel Services | Production/Panel Stacking | Columbus, TX | 06/25/2025 | $33,392 |
| Pilgrim's | Stacker Palletizer-Nights | Cold Spring, MN | 06/24/2025 | $45,267 |
| Peopleready | Stacker/Dumper | Pharr, TX | 06/19/2025 | $18,783 |
| Staffworx Group | Stacker | Manheim, PA | 06/19/2025 | $29,218 |
| Owens Corning Inc. | Rip Saw Downstacker | Wahpeton, ND | 06/18/2025 | $37,566 |
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