Supply chain analysts use data analytics techniques and tools to ensure that supply chains operate efficiently. Learn how much you can expect to make in this important role.
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Supply chain analysts have high earning potential in the United States. Below are some important facts to know:
As of 2025, the median total pay for supply chain analysts in the US is $107,000 per year, according to Glassdoor [1].
Industries like manufacturing and wholesale trade services tend to pay more.
You can pursue a master’s degree to earn significantly more.
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According to various job listing sites, the average pay range for supply chain analysts ranges from $67,450 to $107,000, per October 2025 data. The salary ranges given by five different organizations for supply chain analysts are as follows [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]:
| Glassdoor* | Zippia | Payscale | Indeed | US BLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $107,000 | $67,450 | $69,535 | $76,659 | $80,880 |
*Glassdoor salary information represents the median total pay as of October 2025. This figure includes base salary and additional pay, which may represent profit-sharing, commissions, bonuses, or other compensation.
However, the exact pay you can expect to earn will likely be impacted by your work experience, the industry in which you work, and your geographical location.
Generally, the more work experience you have, the more you will earn as a supply chain analyst. According to Glassdoor, the total annual salary for supply chain analysts with different years of experience is as follows:
Supply chain analyst (0–1 years): $74,000–$108,000 [1]
Senior supply chain analyst (1–3 years): $94,000–$137,000 [6]
Lead supply chain analyst (4–6 years): $104,000–$154,000 [7]
Director of supply chain (10–14 years): $171,000–$286,000 [8]
These figures include base salary and additional pay, which may represent profit-sharing, commissions, bonuses, or other compensation.
Supply chain analysts are needed across various industries, particularly as e-commerce becomes the norm rather than just a convenient alternative to in-person shopping.
According to Glassdoor, the top five industries employing logisticians—the jobs category under which supply chain analysts fall—are as follows [1]:
| Industry | Median annual wage |
|---|---|
| Energy, mining, and utilities | $98,127 |
| Information technology | $92,466 |
| Government and public administration | $90,079 |
| Financial services | $89,611 |
| Aerospace and defense | $85,394 |
Typically, the location in which you work has a large impact on your potential salary. Common location-dependent factors influencing your potential salary include the local cost of living and the local job market.
To demonstrate how geographic location might impact salary, here are the top 10 highest-paying cities in the US for supply chain analysts, according to Zippia [1]:
Arlington, VA: $87,001
San Francisco, CA: $85,469
Seattle, WA: $80,017
Lehi, UT: $68,702
New York, NY: $68,206
Boston, MA: $67,027
Philadelphia, PA: $65,969
Englewood, CO: $65,214
Saint Louis, MO: $64,231
Austin, TX: $63,939
According to research conducted by Zippia, 72.8 percent of supply chain analysts hold a bachelor’s degree, while 15 percent hold a master’s degree [9]. This means that possessing an undergraduate degree is a basic requirement for the profession, so it is unlikely to significantly improve your salary.
Job seekers looking to boost their employment chances and earning potential, though, might consider obtaining a master’s degree to stand out in the field.
Read more: Master's Degrees Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The job outlook for supply chain analysts is positive.
According to the BLS, the number of jobs for those working in logistics is expected to grow by 17 percent in the decade leading up to 2034 [10]. During this period, the BLS projects approximately 26,400 job openings annually [10].
Overall, the widespread expansion and adoption of e-commerce have created increasingly complex supply chains. As these commerce channels continue to grow in the coming years, so too will the need for supply chain analysts capable of managing, analyzing, and optimizing them.
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Glassdoor. “How much does a Supply Chain Analyst make?, https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/supply-chain-analyst-salary-SRCH_KO0,20.htm.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
Zippia. “Supply Chain Analyst Salary, https://www.zippia.com/supply-chain-analyst-jobs/salary/.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
Payscale. “Average Supply Chain Analyst Salary, https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Supply_Chain_Analyst/Salary.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
Indeed. “Supply Chain Analyst salary in United States, https://www.indeed.com/career/supply-chain-analyst/salaries.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
US Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Occupational Outlook Handbook: Logistics, Pay, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/logisticians.htm#tab-5.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
Glassdoor. “How much does a Senior Supply Chain Analyst make?, https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/senior-supply-chain-analyst-salary-SRCH_KO0,27.htm.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
Glassdoor. “How much does a Lead Supply Chain Analyst make?, https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/lead-supply-chain-analyst-salary-SRCH_KO0,25.htm.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
Glassdoor. “How much does a Director Of Supply Chain make?, https://www.glassdoor.com/Career/director-of-supply-chain-career_KO0,24.htm.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
Zippia. “How to Become a Supply Chain Analyst, https://www.zippia.com/supply-chain-analyst-jobs/.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
US Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Occupational Outlook Handbook: Logistics, Job Outlook, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/logisticians.htm#tab-6.” Accessed October 12, 2025.
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