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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Logisticians salary in Charlotte, North Carolina

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Charlotte metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$77,340
Mean annual$81,790
Range (10th to 90th)$50,910 to $116,110
Charlotte, North Carolina employment2,030
State vs national-6.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Charlotte logisticians fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$50,91025TH$62,100MEDIAN$77,34075TH$95,46090TH$116,110

The middle 50% of workers earn between $62,100 and $95,460, with a median of $77,340.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Transportation

    Knowledge

    4.8 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5
  • Problem Sensitivity

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.0 / 5
  • Deductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Maintain and develop positive business relationships with a customer's key personnel involved in, or directly relevant to, a logistics activity.

  2. 02

    Develop an understanding of customers' needs and take actions to ensure that such needs are met.

  3. 03

    Manage subcontractor activities, reviewing proposals, developing performance specifications, and serving as liaisons between subcontractors and organizations.

  4. 04

    Develop proposals that include documentation for estimates.

  5. 05

    Review logistics performance with customers against targets, benchmarks, and service agreements.

  6. 06

    Direct availability and allocation of materials, supplies, and finished products.

  7. 07

    Explain proposed solutions to customers, management, or other interested parties through written proposals and oral presentations.

  8. 08

    Redesign the movement of goods to maximize value and minimize costs.

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Other metros in North Carolina

How the Charlotte metro compares to other major North Carolina metro areas for logisticians.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Logisticians in Charlotte, North Carolina?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Logisticians in the Charlotte metropolitan area is $77,340.
Does Charlotte pay more than the North Carolina state average for Logisticians?
The Charlotte metro median is +0.4% versus the North Carolina state median of $77,030.
How does Charlotte compare to the national median for Logisticians?
The Charlotte metro median is -6.1% versus the BLS national figure of $82,384.
What is the salary range for Logisticians in Charlotte?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $50,910 and the 90th-percentile at $116,110 for the Charlotte metro area.
What education is required for Logisticians?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Charlotte CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.