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Stocker and Order Filler Salary in New York City
Stockers and Order Fillers in the New York City area earn a median of $18.37/hr — based on BLS OEWS May 2024.
At median pay, that's roughly $38,210/year, $735/week, or $3,182/month (40-hour week, before taxes).
About stockers and order fillers
Job duties, work environment, and education based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What stockers and order fillers do
Stockers and order fillers receive, unpack, and store incoming merchandise. They pick and fill customer orders from warehouse inventory, stock store shelves, verify shipments against invoices, label items, mark prices, and organize storage areas. In e-commerce fulfillment centers, they use scanners and warehouse management systems to track inventory and fill online orders accurately.
Work environment
Stockers work in retail stores, warehouses, and distribution centers. The work is physically demanding and involves standing, walking, bending, and lifting heavy items throughout the shift. Warehouse workers may operate in environments without climate control. Schedules often include early mornings, evenings, and weekends. The pace can be very fast, especially in fulfillment centers during peak periods.
How to become one
No formal education is typically required, though a high school diploma is preferred. Most training is provided on the job. Familiarity with barcode scanners, inventory systems, and basic computer skills are increasingly important. Some positions in warehousing may require forklift certification.
Similar occupations
Source: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook — bls.gov/ooh. BLS content is in the public domain.
Hourly wage ranges
| Percentile | Hourly | Annual (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (10th) | $16.00 | $33,280 |
| 25th percentile | $17.06 | $35,485 |
| Median (50th) | $18.37 | $38,210 |
| 75th percentile | $21.67 | $45,074 |
| Top earners (90th) | $26.76 | $55,661 |
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024 · Annual estimate = hourly × 2,080 hrs · Actual annual income varies by hours worked and schedule.
Stockers and Order Fillers — Hourly Pay Distribution
Percentile range from entry-level to top earners
How New York City compares
Stockers and Order Fillers pay by metro
| Metro | Median/hr |
|---|---|
| New York City | $18.37 |
| New Haven | $19.42 |
| Los Angeles | $18.49 |
| Chicago | $18.24 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford | $18.16 |
| Trenton-Princeton | $17.66 |
| Philadelphia | $17.63 |
| Houston | $17.40 |
| Miami | $17.39 |
Stockers and Order Fillers — Median Hourly Pay by Metro
Sorted by median pay, highest to lowest
Job outlook for Stockers and Order Fillers
National employment projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
🔴 Declining
-4.4% projected growth, 2024–2034
-118,800
2024–2034
~409,600
New + replacement
2,673,300
2024 estimate
No formal credential
Entry-level
On-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034. Published August 2025. National-level projections — local growth may differ.
Skills & qualifications
Key skills and knowledge areas from O*NET OnLine, plus representative tools compiled by Bespree for stockers and order fillers.
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Coordination
- Monitoring
- Customer and Personal Service
- English Language
- Production and Processing
- Transportation
- Mathematics
- Hand trucks
- Pallet jacks
- Barcode scanners
- Warehouse management software
- Box cutters
Skills and knowledge data from O*NET OnLine, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Used under CC BY 4.0. O*NET® is a trademark of the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Bespree has selected and summarized a subset of this information. USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications. Tools & technology listed are representative examples compiled by Bespree.
Commute-adjusted effective wage
What you actually earn after subtracting the cost of getting to work.
Effective hourly wage after estimated commute costs, based on a 40-hr work week.
| Commute mode | Monthly cost | Hourly impact | Effective wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| No commute cost (baseline) | — | — | $18.37 |
| NYC Subway (unlimited monthly) | ~$132/mo | −$0.76/hr | $17.61/hr |
| Driving + parking (estimate) | ~$550/mo | −$3.17/hr | $15.20/hr |
Methodology: Commute cost is deducted from median hourly wage assuming 2,080 working hours per year (52 weeks × 40 hrs). Costs are directional estimates based on published transit fares or AAA average variable driving costs. Actual costs vary by distance, schedule, vehicle, and commute days.
NYC Subway (unlimited monthly): MTA 30-day unlimited pass, 2024 rate.
Driving + parking (estimate): AAA avg variable cost + typical NYC street/garage parking.
Local job market
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No current paid openings on Bespree
Public-sector pay signals
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No current imported salary signals for this role
BLS estimates 130,860 stockers and order fillers employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA area, or 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. (BLS OEWS May 2024)
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Data source: Wage data is from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, BLS OEWS May 2024. Job outlook data is from the BLS Employment Projections program (BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034). BLS data is in the public domain. Occupation profile content summarized from the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook. Skills and knowledge data from O*NET OnLine, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, used under CC BY 4.0. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Bespree has selected and summarized a subset of this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications. Tools & technology listed are representative examples compiled by Bespree. BLS.gov cannot vouch for the data or analyses derived from these data after retrieval. Wage figures are estimates and do not constitute a guarantee of earnings. Actual pay depends on employer, experience, certifications, and hours worked. Weekly and monthly earnings shown assume a 40-hour work week and are pre-tax estimates. Commute cost figures are directional estimates based on published transit fares and AAA average variable driving cost data; actual commute costs vary.