Post job

Unit supply specialist salary

Average unit supply specialist salary

$37,906

$18.22 hourly rate

Entry-level unit supply specialist salary
$25,000 yearly salary
Updated January 8, 2025

Understanding the Unit Supply Specialist Salary

The average salary for a Unit Supply Specialist is approximately $37,906 per year. This figure can vary based on factors such as geographic location, experience, and specific employer. For example, specialists in higher-demand states or those with extensive experience may see salaries exceeding this average.

Top Paying States

States like California, Texas, and Virginia offer some of the highest salaries for Unit Supply Specialists. In California, the average can rise to $45,000, reflecting the higher cost of living and demand for skilled logistics professionals.

Job Opportunities

Unit Supply Specialists can find opportunities in various sectors including military, healthcare, and supply chain management. By pursuing certifications in logistics or inventory management, candidates can enhance their qualifications and increase their earning potential.

Future Outlook

As the demand for logistics and supply chain management continues to grow, the role of Unit Supply Specialists is likely to remain vital. Staying informed about industry trends and continuously developing skills will be essential for career advancement.

On this page
Unit supply specialist salary by: 

Let Zippia find your next unit supply specialist job

Floating question marks illustration

Let Zippia find your next unit supply specialist job

Floating question marks illustration

Where can a Unit Supply Specialist earn more?

Compare salary by location
Vs
67k
47k
27k
7k
Columbus, OH$53,754
Beloit, WI$37,201
Compare salary by company
Vs
99k
79k
59k
39k
19k
-1k
A-dec$69,606
Edward Hospital & Health Services$28,556

Unit supply specialist salary estimates from across the web

Based on the latest salary information compiled by Zippia, Glassdoor and Ziprecruiter, the average salary for a unit supply specialist typically falls between $37,906 and $69,789.
zippia
$37,906yearly
glassdoor[1]
$51,877yearly
ZipRecruiter[2]
$69,789yearly

Average unit supply specialist salary by state

The highest-paying states for unit supply specialists are Delaware, Hawaii, and New Jersey. The lowest average unit supply specialist salary states are South Dakota, Iowa, and Louisiana.

  • State view
  • County view
Average salary:

Highest paying states for unit supply specialists

RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Delaware$55,958$26.90
2Rhode Island$53,937$25.93
3Pennsylvania$52,942$25.45
4New Jersey$54,299$26.11
5Hawaii$54,904$26.40
6West Virginia$44,306$21.30
7Connecticut$53,283$25.62
8New York$53,865$25.90
9Vermont$44,225$21.26
10Nevada$46,012$22.12
11District of Columbia$58,472$28.11
12Massachusetts$52,663$25.32
13Maryland$51,039$24.54
14New Hampshire$43,349$20.84
15Florida$47,497$22.84
16Oregon$46,955$22.57
17Michigan$41,519$19.96
18Maine$40,215$19.33
19Arizona$43,072$20.71
20California$50,283$24.17
21North Dakota$39,268$18.88
22Utah$40,620$19.53
23Mississippi$37,147$17.86
24Ohio$40,584$19.51
25Virginia$45,537$21.89
26Wyoming$36,530$17.56
27Alaska$38,553$18.54
28North Carolina$38,892$18.70
29Montana$37,802$18.17
30Washington$42,163$20.27
31Indiana$38,954$18.73
32Tennessee$36,441$17.52
33Texas$38,765$18.64
34New Mexico$37,877$18.21
35South Dakota$35,671$17.15
36Idaho$38,818$18.66
37Kansas$36,777$17.68
38Kentucky$37,555$18.06
39Louisiana$35,338$16.99
40Wisconsin$37,652$18.10
41Minnesota$38,846$18.68
42Iowa$35,540$17.09
43Arkansas$35,017$16.84
44Alabama$36,877$17.73
45Illinois$38,909$18.71
46Nebraska$36,305$17.45
47Missouri$37,317$17.94
48Colorado$38,183$18.36
49Oklahoma$35,020$16.84
50South Carolina$34,666$16.67
51Georgia$36,023$17.32

Highest paying cities for unit supply specialists

The highest-paying cities for unit supply specialists are Allentown, PA, Laurel, MD, and Lancaster, CA.

RankCityAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Allentown, PA$53,754$25.84
2Laurel, MD$50,987$24.51
3Lancaster, CA$50,226$24.15
4Tampa, FL$47,786$22.97
5Salem, OR$47,000$22.60
6Rochester, NY$43,804$21.06
7Detroit, MI$41,906$20.15
8Huntsville, TX$38,912$18.71
9Plymouth, MN$38,846$18.68
10Rockford, IL$38,746$18.63
11Hattiesburg, MS$38,203$18.37
12Beloit, WI$37,201$17.89

Unit supply specialist salary details

A unit supply specialist's salary ranges from $25,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $57,000 at the 90th percentile.

Average unit supply specialist salary graph
Average unit supply specialist salary graph, trends, and summary

What is a unit supply specialist's salary?

PercentileAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rate
90th Percentile$57,000$4,750$27
75th Percentile$47,000$3,917$23
Average$37,906$3,159$18
25th Percentile$30,000$2,500$14
10th Percentile$25,000$2,083$12

Highest paying unit supply specialist jobs

The highest paying types of unit supply specialists are petroleum supply specialist, specialist, and ammunition specialist.

Job titleAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rateJob openings
Warehouse Worker$33,010$2,751$15.87255,502
Warehouse Clerk$31,564$2,630$15.18235,973
Inventory Controller$36,911$3,076$17.75140,496
Warehouse Technician$34,985$2,915$16.82231,431
Warehouse Employee$32,510$2,709$15.63186,499
Inventory Clerk$32,666$2,722$15.70204,051

Which companies pay unit supply specialists the most?

Unit supply specialist salaries at A-dec and Army National Guard are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average unit supply specialist salary at companies like University of Rochester and New Hanover County are highly competitive.

RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rate
1A-dec$69,606$33.46
2Army National Guard$41,405$19.91
3University of Rochester$40,972$19.70
4New Hanover County$40,346$19.40
5Rosecrance$38,892$18.70
6Kaiser Permanente$37,563$18.06
7Texas Department of Transportation$36,590$17.59
8Hudson Group$36,329$17.47
9Learning Care Group$35,174$16.91
10Niagara Frontier Transit Metro System Inc$34,431$16.55
11Mercy Corps$33,770$16.24
12State of Arizona$33,253$15.99
13North Country School$30,286$14.56
14Elmhurst Memorial Hospital$29,720$14.29
15Edward Hospital & Health Services$28,556$13.73

Wage gap by gender, race and education

$40,000$39,600$39,200$38,800$38,400$38,000
MaleFemale

Unit supply specialist salary trends

The average unit supply specialist salary has risen by $12,695 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average unit supply specialist earned $25,211 annually, but today, they earn $37,906 a year. That works out to a 38% change in pay for unit supply specialists over the last decade.

Compare unit supply specialist salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.

Average unit supply specialist salary over time

Compare unit supply specialist salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.

Unit supply specialist salary by year

YearAvg. salaryHourly rate% Change
2025$37,900$18.22+2.0%
2024$37,100$17.85+20.3%
2023$29,600$14.23+4.8%
2022$28,200$13.55+2.6%
2021$27,500$13.20+2.6%

Recently added unit supply specialist salaries

CompanyJobLocationDate addedSalary
RosecranceUnit SpecialistRockford, IL06/19/2025$38,463
University of RochesterSVC Supvr Matls Supply, SMHRochester, NY06/18/2025$51,987
Portland Oregon-National GuardUnit Supply Specialist-Warehouse Manager-92Y-National GuardPortland, OR06/10/2025$50,000
Bank Street College of EducationSpecialist Unit Head-Summer CampNew York, NY05/24/2025$52,175
RosecranceUnit Specialist (Fri-Mon)Rockford, IL05/23/2025$32,724
State of IllinoisFederal/State Exchange Unit Specialist I-Spanish Speaking (RTS I Spanish Speaking)Springfield, IL04/29/2025$52,944
Portland Oregon-National GuardUnit Supply Specialist-Warehouse Manager-92Y-National GuardPortland, OR04/28/2025$50,000
RosecranceUnit Specialist (Split Shift, Sun-Thurs)Rockford, IL04/08/2025$38,463
Texas Department of Criminal JusticeINV Store Spec IV-Unit SupplyBrownwood, TX03/29/2025$46,458
Portland Oregon-National GuardUnit Supply Specialist-Warehouse Manager-92Y-National GuardPortland, OR03/27/2025$50,000

Unit supply specialist salary FAQs

Search for unit supply specialist jobs

Browse office and administrative jobs