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How much do courier driver contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for courier driver contractor in the United States is $20.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Courier Driver Contractor vs Delivery Driver?

AspectCourier Driver ContractorDelivery Driver
CredentialsValid driver’s license, vehicle insuranceValid driver’s license, vehicle insurance
Work EnvironmentOn-demand, flexible routes, often courier or parcel servicesScheduled routes, food or retail deliveries
Employer UsageTypically independent contractors for courier companies or gig platformsOften employed by restaurants, retail stores, or delivery services
Search & Comparison IntentSimilar to delivery drivers, focusing on courier servicesMore about food or retail delivery roles

Courier Driver Contractors and Delivery Drivers share similar credentials and work environments, often operating as independent contractors. The main difference lies in the type of deliveries: courier drivers typically handle parcels and documents, while delivery drivers focus on food or retail goods. Both roles are essential in the logistics and delivery industry, with overlapping skills and requirements.

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Infographic showing various Courier Driver Contractor job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 74% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,874 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Courier/Independent contractor

Ameriship Parcel Delivery

Maryland Heights, MO

$600 - $1.2K/wk

Contractor

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Job Details:

  • Position: Delivery/Pickup driver
  • Pay: $600 - $1,200 per week (paid per delivery)
  • Job Type: Independent Contractor/Courier
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday 
  • Locations: Saint Louis, MO 63146

Job Summary:

Ameriship Parcel Delivery is a medical overnight and courier delivery service in Texas, Oklahoma, Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Florida, Colorado, Georgia, and Illinois. We are the leader in Texas for pharmacy delivery providing 1 hour to next business day delivery. Visit us at www.Ameriship.com.

We are looking for full time and part time drivers in the STL area to pick up and deliver packages to residential and business addresses. You will be required to drive your own vehicle to complete the daily route. Drivers will be independent contractors. This is a Monday through Friday job opening.

Drivers should be highly energetic, competent, and self-motivated individuals with a good sense of direction and excellent customer service skills. Punctuality, reliability, and delivery experience are required. This position will also require understanding and use of handheld devices to assist with each delivery and must own a working smartphone.

Applicants should be capable of lifting to fifty pounds without assistance. We prefer applicants with verifiable work history with FedEx, UPS, or other parcel delivery services but all applicants will be considered. Route length also varies, but you can expect your workday to be 7-10 hours on average.

Driver Requirements:

  • Must possess valid driver's license.
  • Minimum age: 21
  • Must have a reliable vehicle, some routes require a larger vehicle such as a cargo/sprinter, or a large SUV, and box truck.
  • No DUI/DWI within ten previous years
  • Must pass a drug screening
  • Pass a background verification
  • Must be able to drive Mon-Fri. Routes are expected to be completed by 7pm.
  • Able to do pickups between 430pm and 7pm on a weekly rotational basis.