Commodity Trader Salaries
How much does a Commodity Trader make?
Total pay range
$158K - $261K/yr
$201K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$102K - $156K/yrBase pay
$56K - $104K/yrAdditional pay
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Popular companies for Commodity Traders
82 companies
82 Popular companies with Commodity Trader
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Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for a Commodity Trader in United States are Manufacturing with a median total pay of $132,784, Agriculture with a median total pay of $128,815 and Retail & Wholesale with a median total pay of $94,235.
Manufacturing
$132,784
Manufacturing
The top paying company in Manufacturing for Commodity Trader is ADM.
Agriculture
$128,815
Manufacturing
The top paying company in Manufacturing for Commodity Trader is ADM.
Retail & Wholesale
$94,235
Manufacturing
The top paying company in Manufacturing for Commodity Trader is ADM.
Recent salaries shared by Commodity Trader
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Commodity Trader
4-6 years
$268K - $313K/yr
New York, NY
submitted on Mar 24, 2026
$268K - $313K/yr
Commodity Trader
1-3 years
$79K - $91K/yr
Portland, OR
submitted on Jan 21, 2026
$79K - $91K/yr
Commodity Trader
7-9 years
$294K/yr
$167K • $127K
Seattle, WA
submitted on Nov 19, 2025
$294K/yr
$167K • $127K
Commodity Trader
4-6 years
$115K - $135K/yr
Miami, FL
submitted on Sep 30, 2025
$115K - $135K/yr
Commodity Trader
4-6 years
$447K/yr
$189K • $258K
New York, NY
submitted on Jul 21, 2025
$447K/yr
$189K • $258K
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Commodity Trader
1-3 years
$199K/yr
$123K • $76K
Houston, TX
submitted on Nov 15, 2024
$199K/yr
$123K • $76K
Commodity Trader
7-9 years
$97K - $113K/yr
Atlanta, GA
submitted on Nov 1, 2024
$97K - $113K/yr
Commodity Trader
15+ years
$207K - $241K/yr
Houston, TX
submitted on Oct 24, 2024
$207K - $241K/yr
Commodity Trader
1-3 years
$55K - $65K/yr
Tualatin, OR
submitted on Sep 17, 2024
$55K - $65K/yr
Commodity Trader
7-9 years
$96K - $111K/yr
Guymon, OK
submitted on Sep 10, 2024
$96K - $111K/yr
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Frequently asked questions about Commodity Trader salaries
How much does a Commodity Trader in United States make?
The average salary for a Commodity Trader is $200,847 per year or $97 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $325,992 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $157,895 (25th percentile) and $260,775 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 93 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Commodity Trader employees in United States as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Commodity Trader in United States?
The highest salary for a Commodity Trader in United States is $260,775 per year, $21,731 per month or $125 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Commodity Trader in United States?
The lowest salary for a Commodity Trader in United States is $157,895 per year, $13,158 per month or $76 per hour.
What is the salary trajectory of a Commodity Trader?
The salary trajectory of a Commodity Trader ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $140,367 per year (estimate) and goes up to $471,405 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.