Postal Service Mail Carriers Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $29.11
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $20.38 |
| 25th | $23.53 |
| Median | $29.11 |
| 75th | $38.94 |
| 90th | $38.96 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do postal service mail carriers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $29.11; the mean hourly wage is $30.07.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for postal service mail carriers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $20.38 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for postal service mail carriers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $38.96 per hour.