Average Publix Warehouse Worker Pay in the U.S.
Salary data last updated January 28, 2026.
Publix pays $31 for Warehouse Worker, with most salaries ranging from $21 to $46. Pay can vary based on location, experience level, and job responsibilities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Warehouse Worker Pay at Publix
Warehouse Worker Salaries at Publix in Popular Cities
Where you work at Publix can also have a noticeable impact on how much you earn. For example, a Warehouse Worker might make around $20 in Port St. Lucie, FL, but that figure can rise to $22 in a higher-cost city like Mauldin, SC. On the other end of the scale, the same role may earn about $20 in Port St. Lucie, FL, while someone in Mauldin, SC could earn as much as $22. These variations reflect how salaries at Publix adapt to local market conditions and living costs.
| City | Median Hour Pay | Hour Pay Range |
|---|---|---|
| Mauldin, SC | $22 | $17 - $28 |
| Bluffton, SC | $21 | $16 - $26 |
| The Villages, FL | $21 | $16 - $26 |
| Daphne, AL | $21 | $16 - $26 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $20 | $16 - $26 |
Methodology
Salary data for Publix is based on a combination of sources, including analysis of 2,845 verified job descriptions and statistics from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
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Publix Super Markets tops the list of privately-owned supermarkets in the US. We are privately-owned, hold no long-term debt and continue to grow year after year. Publix and our associates excel in community involvement, volunteerism, and environmental sustainability. Our collective commitment to diversity has contributed to our success in being a great place to work and shop. It's satisfying to work for and be an owner in a Fortune 100 company that is widely recognized as a leader in the supermarket industry.
You determine how much you earn as a Warehouse Selector. The more orders you complete safely and efficiently, the more money you earn each week! The average Publix Selector performs at a rate greater than 100% which means that you, too, can earn above standard pay. Are you the competitive type? It pays to be the best because Selectors are rewarded for working efficiently and with accurate results.
What if your work was also your workout? Selectors are constantly walking, lifting, bending, and stretching. If you're into sports, cardio, strength training, weightlifting, running or bodybuilding, this job will help keep you in shape. Selectors pull products ordered by Publix stores, place them onto pallets, wrap the finished order, and get it ready to be placed on a truck for delivery. To increase their efficiency, Selectors use state-of-the-art technology to notify them of the products that have been ordered and where they are in the warehouse. Our Warehouse Selectors are team players and instrumental in helping keep our shelves stocked in our more than 1,200 store locations.
The responsibilities listed on this posting are not intended to be all-inclusive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Be at least 18 years old
- Work a rotating schedule which includes some weekends and holidays
- Work fluctuating shifts, when needed
- Select, lift, carry and stack product weighing:
- 67 pounds for Frozen Foods and Produce
- 85 pounds for Boxed Meat/Dairy
- Stand, bend, and stoop and do repetitive work for long periods of time
- Operate a pallet truck or forklift without any part of the body exposed outside of the operator compartment
- Perform job duties efficiently, accurately, and safely
- Read, write, and identify and verify numbers
- Interpret, understand, and follow instructions
- Pass a Physical Agility Test, as applicable
Rotating Schedule
Boxed Meat/Dairy Warehouse - Temperatures could range from 35 to 28 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period of time. Frozen Food Warehouse - Temperatures could range from 0 to negative 20 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period of time. Produce Warehouse - Temperatures could range from 55 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period of time; also involves working in a wet environment.
Weekly
*24.85; after training - see Other Compensation Information
30.00+
To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week's pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks' pay.
*In-training pay is $19.88 per hour and the length of training varies from 14 to 120 days, depending on individual productivity, safety, and quality of work. After training, compensation varies by output and the standard base pay rate is $24.85 per hour. Top performers can exceed $30 per hour.
A $.75 per hour night differential is available.
A $.50 per hour freezer differential is available.
A $2.00 per hour weekend differential is paid to associates for hours worked between 12:00 a.m. Saturday through 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost. An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock. 401(k) retirement savings plan. Group health, dental and vision plans. Paid Time Off. Paid Parental Leave. Short- and long-term disability insurance. Tuition reimbursement. Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria.
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777 S.W. 12Th Ave
Deerfield Beach
Florida
33442-3116
Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours. Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email. For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.
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