How much does a logistics planner make?
a year · about $40 an hour
A typical logistics planner in the United States makes $82,320 a year, about $40 an hour, about 1.6× a typical US worker (median, May 2025, US Bureau of Labor Statistics).
What do they do?
They check inventory and delivery data on a computer, then adjust schedules so supplies reach the right place on time. They contact suppliers and customers, solve delays, and look for faster or less costly ways to move goods.
Did you know? A logistician may plan not only deliveries of products, but also the movement of military personnel and supplies.
Is that a lot?
Compared with jobs you knowIf 100 people had this job
Most earn between $50,890 and $133,160How do you become one?
In the U.S., most logisticians earn a bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, business, or a related field; internships or support jobs can add experience. Certification is usually optional, except for some Defense Department acquisition jobs.
School needed: Usually a bachelor's degree
Good for people who like keeping things organized and leading and selling
Why does pay differ?
In the U.S., pay can differ with related experience and certifications, employer type or industry, and location. Some jobs involve overtime or evening and weekend shifts, so schedules and hours can differ too.
Where does it pay most?
Highest in Washington ($107,250), lowest in Nebraska ($65,370).
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Data table and sources
| Lower earner (10th from bottom) | Typical person (median) | Higher earner (10th from top) | People in this job |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,890 | $82,320 | $133,160 | about 251,000 |
| State | Typical person (median) | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $107,250 | about 6,000 |
| District of Columbia | $104,770 | about 1,000 |
| Maryland | $102,700 | about 7,000 |
| Massachusetts | $100,360 | about 5,000 |
| Hawaii | $100,340 | about 570 |
Official definition: Analyze and coordinate the ongoing logistical functions of a firm or organization. Responsible for the entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, and final disposal of resources. Excludes “Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers” (11-3071) and “Project Management Specialists” (13-1082).
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 (bls.gov); descriptions and related jobs from O*NET 31.0. Figures as of May 2025, full-time yearly pay (hourly × 2,080 hours). bls.gov/oes · O*NET OnLine
Pages used for the text
- www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/logisticians.htm
- www.onetonline.org/link/summary/13-1081.00
- www.bls.gov/oes/earnings.htm
- www.coursera.org/articles/logistician-salary
Data: US BLS OEWS, May 2025 · 1 USD = 150 JPY