Couriers and Messengers Salary (2025)
Based on 68,640 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $31,550 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $36,070 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $39,200 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $45,280 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $50,330 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$32K
25th
$36K
Median
$39K
75th
$45K
90th
$50K
Highest Paying States for Couriers and Messengers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $47,020 |
| District of Columbia | $46,650 |
| California | $45,870 |
| Minnesota | $45,710 |
| Colorado | $45,700 |
| Oregon | $45,440 |
| Massachusetts | $44,040 |
| New York | $43,750 |
| Vermont | $43,570 |
| Nevada | $43,230 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Couriers and Messengers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $47,020 per year, while Nevada has an average of $43,230 — a difference of $3,790. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Couriers and Messengers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 68,640 workers were employed as Couriers and Messengerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Office and Administrative Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $40,970 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 43-5021