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Couriers and Messengers

Median Salary
36,710
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Pick up and deliver messages, documents, packages, and other items between offices or departments within an establishment or directly to other business concerns, traveling by foot, bicycle, motorcycle, automobile, or public conveyance.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

73%

Self-employed

21%

Private not for profit

3%

State and local government

2%

Federal Government

1%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$21,020

10%

$36,710

Median

$44,710

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    74%

  • Associate's degree

    13%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    9%

  • Less than high school

    3%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Transportation
  • English Language
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Public Safety and Security

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.