Logisticians
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Median Salary
$80,880
~$39/hr · ~$6,740/mo
US Jobs
241K
Much faster than average
AI & Automation Risk
7/10
High Risk
AI & Automation Risk
High Risk 7/10
Logisticians perform high-level knowledge work that is primarily digital, involving data analysis, forecasting, and supply chain optimization—tasks where AI excels. While the role requires human-to-human negotiation and real-world problem-solving for physical disruptions, the core functions of inventory management and route optimization are increasingly being automated or enhanced by sophisticated AI algorithms.
Salary by City — What You Actually Take Home
Real purchasing power = salary adjusted for cost of living. Higher = more money in your pocket.
| City | Local Salary | Cost of Living | Real Purchasing Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SDBEST VALUE | $146,690 | Below avg (90.3) | $162,453 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $128,940 | Average (102.7) | $125,524 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $104,450 | Below avg (87.1) | $119,940 |
| Huntsville, AL | $110,550 | Below avg (93.8) | $117,846 |
| Pueblo, CO | $107,860 | Below avg (93.0) | $115,976 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL | $100,090 | Below avg (89.2) | $112,255 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ | $97,360 | Below avg (87.3) | $111,534 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $102,190 | Below avg (92.4) | $110,623 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL | $90,920 | Below avg (84.5) | $107,661 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $121,260 | Above avg (113.1) | $107,254 |
| Topeka, KS | $88,420 | Below avg (85.8) | $103,007 |
| Watertown-Fort Drum, NY | $92,750 | Below avg (90.9) | $101,985 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $94,830 | Below avg (93.6) | $101,285 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $92,750 | Below avg (91.8) | $101,046 |
| Decatur, AL | $89,200 | Below avg (89.2) | $99,998 |
Cost of Living Index: 100 = US national average. Below 100 = cheaper. Above 100 = more expensive.
Education & Requirements
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
10-Year Growth
+17% (Much faster than average)
Hourly Rate
~$39/hr
Monthly Income
~$6,740/mo
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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH (2024)