What is the pay outlook for Skilled Labor & Manufacturing?
Skilled labor jobs like manufacturing, construction and warehousing are in high demand. Warehousing and logistics jobs are projected to grow rapidly with the growth of e-commerce and often pay higher salaries than other jobs that don't require a college degree. While a college degree is not generally required, training in new skills or earning certifications and licenses can be a way to earn a higher salary. While job opportunities are projected to grow, automation remains a risk to the long-term job outlook.
Packer salary in US
A Packer salary range in US can vary based on important factors such as education, skills, certifications, and years of experience. A Packer in US can expect to see an entry level salary range of $24,784 to $42,176 per year, based on 7,760 salary contributions. At the highest seniority level, an experienced Packer in US can make a salary range of $24,430 to $40,677 with at least 8 years of experience, based on 3,349 salary contributions. The top 3 companies in US where a Packer gets the highest compensation are Land O'Lakes, Inc., The Bountiful Company and Target Corporation. Bigger companies typically pay 25.70% more than smaller companies for a Packer.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Packer in United States are Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $42,982, Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $42,268, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $38,131, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $37,859, and Agriculture with a median total pay of $37,834.
Government & Public Administration
The top paying company in Government & Public Administration for Packer is US Forest Service.
Frequently asked questions about Packer salaries
The average salary for Packer is $46,540 per year or $22 per hour, with top earners making up to $65,936 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $39,181 (25th percentile) to $56,005 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 9372 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Packer employees.
The highest salary for Packer is $56,005 per year, $4,667 per month or $27 per hour.
The lowest salary for Packer is $39,181 per year, $3,265 per month or $19 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Packer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $41,042 per year (estimate) and goes up to $60,326 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Recent salaries shared by Packer
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Packer
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1-3 years
$42K/yr
($42K • $0)
Lapeer, MI
submitted on Jun 11, 2026
$42K/yr
$42K • $0
Packer
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1-3 years
$39K - $45K/yr
Chase, KS
submitted on Jun 9, 2026
$39K - $45K/yr
Packer
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1-3 years
$34K/yr
($34K • $0)
Elkhart, IN
submitted on Jun 8, 2026
$34K/yr
$34K • $0
Packer
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1-3 years
$41K - $47K/yr
Pedricktown, NJ
submitted on Jun 5, 2026
$41K - $47K/yr
Packer
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1-3 years
$43K/yr
($43K • $0)
Caledonia, MI
submitted on Jun 4, 2026
$43K/yr
$43K • $0
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