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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Industrial & Warehouse
Seattle, WA

Delivery Driver Jobs in Seattle

Temp and flexible delivery driver positions in Seattle pay $24.96-$37.44/hr — 56% above the national average, with a cost of living 56% above the U.S. baseline.

$25-$37

Per Hour

$1248

Weekly (40hrs)

156

Cost Index

PST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Seattle

Technology
Healthcare
Hospitality
Logistics

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$2400
Groceries$400
Transport$115
More about Seattle

About Delivery Driver Jobs in Seattle

Delivery Drivers in Seattle earn $24.96-$37.44/hr, above the national average.

Delivery Drivers transport goods and packages to customers, businesses, or distribution centers, ensuring timely and safe delivery while providing excellent customer service.

Most delivery driver positions in Seattle are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Delivery Driver Pay: Seattle vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Seattle, WA$25–$37/hr156$2,400
Las Vegas, NV$16–$24/hr98$1,350
Reno, NV$16–$24/hr101$1,400
San Francisco, CA$29–$43/hr180$3,200
San Jose, CA$27–$40/hr166$2,800
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Delivery Driver in Seattle

2.1x
Tight Budget
77
Hours to pay rent
48%
Rent / gross income
979
Monthly disposable
4% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Seattle

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$5,404
Est. taxes (~22%)-$1,189
Take-home$4,215
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$2,400
Groceries + transport$515
Remaining$1,300

Based on avg Delivery Driver rate of $31.20/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Load and unload packages safely
  • Follow delivery routes efficiently
  • Obtain signatures and delivery confirmations
  • Maintain delivery vehicle
  • Communicate with dispatch and customers

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Safe driving
Navigation
Time management
Customer service
Physical fitness
Requirements
  • Valid driver's license
  • Clean driving record
  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs
  • Smartphone for navigation and tracking

Earnings Calculator for Seattle

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$31/hr
$24.96/hr$37.44/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$775
Monthly
$3,356
Yearly
$40,300
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Career Path from Delivery Driver

Delivery Driver

0-2 years

Route Driver

2-4 years

Delivery Supervisor

4-6 years

Logistics Coordinator

6+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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