How much does a Dispatcher make?

Updated Sep 30, 2023

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$44,715 / yrTotal Pay
$42,677 / yrBase Pay
$2,038 / yrAdditional Pay

$44,715

 / yr
$33K$61K
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The estimated total pay for a Dispatcher is $44,715 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $42,677 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $2,038 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

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Total Pay Trajectory

For Dispatcher

$44,715 /yr
Dispatcher
$56,265 /yr
Senior Dispatcher
$55,219 /yr
Lead Dispatcher
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Job TitleSalary
Dispatcher$44,715 /yr
Senior Dispatcher$56,265 /yr
Lead Dispatcher$55,219 /yr

Top Paying Companies

For a Dispatcher in United States

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Dispatcher in United States. Employers include CenterPoint Energy, Kinder Morgan and CSX.

1
CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy
$54,046/yr
72 open jobs
3
CSX
$52,828/yr
4
IBM
$51,296/yr
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Top Paying Companies

For Dispatcher in United States

1CenterPoint Energy$54,046
2Kinder Morgan$53,261
3CSX$52,828
4IBM$51,296
5IXP Corporation$49,604
6Verizon$49,310
7US Department of Energy$49,181
8Travelers$48,692
9BNSF Railway$48,584
10Consumers Energy$48,485
Total Pay Trajectory

For Dispatcher

$44,715 /yr
Dispatcher
$56,265 /yr
Senior Dispatcher
$55,219 /yr
Lead Dispatcher
See Full Career Path

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What is the total pay trajectory for Dispatcher?

Job TitleSalary
Dispatcher$44,715 /yr
Senior Dispatcher$56,265 /yr
Lead Dispatcher$55,219 /yr

What are total pay estimates for a Dispatcher at different companies?

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COPS Monitoring
3.6
DispatcherSee 124 salaries from all locations

$17

 / hr
American Automobile Association (AAA)
3.5
DispatcherSee 96 salaries from all locations

$20

 / hr
Spectrum
3.3
DispatcherSee 88 salaries from all locations

$19

 / hr
Amazon
3.7
DispatcherSee 80 salaries from all locations

$22

 / hr
WM
3.6
DispatcherSee 76 salaries from all locations

$21

 / hr
Republic Services
3.5
DispatcherSee 73 salaries from all locations

$21

 / hr
Comcast
3.8
DispatcherSee 67 salaries from all locations

$21

 / hr

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UPS
3.5
DispatcherSee 58 salaries from all locations

$22

 / hr
AMR
3.1
DispatcherSee 58 salaries from all locations

$18

 / hr
First Transit
3.4
DispatcherSee 56 salaries from all locations

$20

 / hr
XPO
3.6
DispatcherSee 49 salaries from all locations

$22

 / hr
Allied Universal
3.1
DispatcherSee 48 salaries from all locations

$18

 / hr
First Student
3.8
DispatcherSee 46 salaries from all locations

$19

 / hr
Fedex Express
3.6
DispatcherSee 45 salaries from all locations

$21

 / hr
MV Transportation
3.1
DispatcherSee 44 salaries from all locations

$20

 / hr
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
3.8
DispatcherSee 43 salaries from all locations

$19

 / hr
Aerotek
3.5
DispatcherSee 38 salaries from all locations

$40,172

 / yr
Sunbelt Rentals
3.7
DispatcherSee 37 salaries from all locations

$42,513

 / yr
NAPA Auto Parts
3.6
DispatcherSee 35 salaries from all locations

$19

 / hr
Kenan Advantage Group
3.3
DispatcherSee 34 salaries from all locations

$41,536

 / yr
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Dispatcher Salaries

Job TitleSalary
COPS Monitoring Dispatcher salaries - 124 salaries reported$17/hr
American Automobile Association (AAA) Dispatcher salaries - 96 salaries reported$20/hr
Spectrum Dispatcher salaries - 88 salaries reported$19/hr
Amazon Dispatcher salaries - 80 salaries reported$22/hr
WM Dispatcher salaries - 76 salaries reported$21/hr
Republic Services Dispatcher salaries - 73 salaries reported$21/hr
Comcast Dispatcher salaries - 67 salaries reported$21/hr
UPS Dispatcher salaries - 58 salaries reported$22/hr
AMR Dispatcher salaries - 58 salaries reported$18/hr
First Transit Dispatcher salaries - 56 salaries reported$20/hr
XPO Dispatcher salaries - 49 salaries reported$22/hr
Allied Universal Dispatcher salaries - 48 salaries reported$18/hr
First Student Dispatcher salaries - 46 salaries reported$19/hr
Fedex Express Dispatcher salaries - 45 salaries reported$21/hr
MV Transportation Dispatcher salaries - 44 salaries reported$20/hr
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup Dispatcher salaries - 43 salaries reported$19/hr
Aerotek Dispatcher salaries - 38 salaries reported$40,172/yr
Sunbelt Rentals Dispatcher salaries - 37 salaries reported$42,513/yr
NAPA Auto Parts Dispatcher salaries - 35 salaries reported$19/hr
Kenan Advantage Group Dispatcher salaries - 34 salaries reported$41,536/yr
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Top Paying Industries

For a Dispatcher in United States

The top 5 paying industries for a Dispatcher in United States are Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $44,870, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $43,769, Information Technology with a median total pay of $43,539, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $43,411, and Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $42,846.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Energy, Mining & UtilitiesEnergy, Mining & Utilities$44,870

    7% Higher than other industries

  • ManufacturingManufacturing$43,769

    5% Higher than other industries

  • Information TechnologyInformation Technology$43,539

    5% Higher than other industries

  • Aerospace & DefenseAerospace & Defense$43,411

    4% Higher than other industries

  • Government & Public AdministrationGovernment & Public Administration$42,846

    3% Higher than other industries

Energy, Mining & Utilities

Top paying companies in Energy, Mining & Utilities for Dispatcher are CenterPoint Energy, Kinder Morgan, and Consumers Energy.

CenterPoint EnergyCenterPoint Energy$54,046/yr
Kinder MorganKinder Morgan$53,261/yr

Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview

What is the pay outlook for Operations?

Operations roles are critical as employers navigate an increasingly global business environment. The rise of globalization and e-commerce mean supply chains and inventory management are increasingly important. The educational requirements for operations are increasing as data and technology become essential for managing complex operations. As demand for these skills and workers grows, pay should increase as well.

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Dispatch Coordinator

United States of America

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$20

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Dispatcher

United States of America

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$14

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$20

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Dispatcher

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$60,000

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$20

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911 Dispatcher/Calltaker

United States of America

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$28

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$17

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Dispatcher pay FAQ

The average salary for a Dispatcher is $44,715 per year in United States. Salaries estimates are based on 12343 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Dispatcher employees in United States.

The highest salary for a Dispatcher in United States is $52,834 per year.

The lowest salary for a Dispatcher in United States is $37,969 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Dispatcher or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Dispatcher.

Dispatchers receive stable government salaries with high benefits, reflecting their long work hours and the importance of their job. Overtime opportunities are frequent, as communities need dispatchers to respond to emergencies at all hours of the day and every day of the year. Some departments pay more to bilingual dispatchers or officers that have a college degree. Dispatchers in management positions are generally paid higher, but they also face a greater degree of responsibility.

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Dispatching has a low barrier to entry, with only a high school education required, and you'll earn significantly more the longer you remain on the job. Overall, about 65% of operators feel good about what they earn, including the potential for an additional $2,038.16 annually.

Dispatchers learn their most pertinent skills on the job, and they earn more as they improve their customer service, communication, listening, attention to detail, and time management abilities. Overall, the dispatcher salary range is between $32,796.59 and $61,339.40. The average professional has between zero and four years of experience and earns $42,676.64 following the dispatcher career path. Becoming a senior dispatcher results in a higher salary.

Dispatcher salary is influenced largely by location. You'll make significantly more in bustling metropolitan areas and places with a high cost of living since you'll be in higher demand. While a change in setting could impact your income, also consider pursuing certification in an industry specialty. This varies by job type, but certified emergency dispatcher credentials and International Academics of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) credentials are available with job-specific courses, training, and resources to help you progress faster along your career path. Since a high school diploma is all that's required, you'll set yourself apart by earning an associate's or bachelor's degree; many two-year schools offer programs or certifications for dispatching.

Since dispatcher positions require excellent communication and listening skills, you can request more from your role by demonstrating proven experience in both. Responding to a job offer? Explain how you've helped a caller out of a difficult situation, or how you calmed them down during an emergency using solid examples. Show you're an asset to your employer and willing to take on additional responsibilities. If you don't have much experience, factor in work you've done in customer service or hospitality. While asking for a 10% to 15% dispatcher salary raise is standard, you can score even more by considering sign-on bonuses, health insurance, vacation days, and travel allowances.

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