The warehouse industry is at a critical turning point. New technologies, shifting economic conditions, and evolving worker expectations are reshaping how facilities attract, retain, and manage labor.
To help operators, staffing leaders, and supply chain executives stay ahead, we've released the 2025 State of Warehouse Labor Report. It's an in-depth look at forces shaping warehouse labor today and where the industry is headed next.
Key highlights from the report
- Tariffs and inventory surges are causing shifts in staffing strategies. In response to global trade tensions and supply chain disruptions, warehouses are rethinking labor models to stay agile.
- Pay growth remains steady but competitive while hourly pay rates for warehouse workers have continued to rise and so have workers' expectations for flexibility and growth opportunities.
- Flexible labor models gain traction with more warehouses turning to flexible staffing solutions to fill urgent shift needs and navigate seasonal demand spikes, a trend accelerated by economic uncertainty and workforce shortages.
- Retention is the new recruitment as competition for skilled workers intensifies, leading operators are investing more in training, career pathing, and workplace culture.
- Technology is redefining labor efficiency as AI, automation, and workforce management platforms are no longer optional, they are critical to staying competitive, reducing operational strain, and optimizing shift coverage.
Access new research and insights
The 2025 State of Warehouse Labor Report goes beyond the headlines, offering:
- Proprietary data on warehouse pay rates, turnover rates, and worker preferences
- Expert analysis on economic factors impacting the warehouse workforce
- Actionable staffing strategies to help your facility stay competitive in a volatile market
- New insights into how leading warehouses are balancing flexibility, efficiency, and workforce satisfaction
Whether you're planning for peak season, tariff uncertainty, or navigating year-round labor challenges, the insights in this report will help you make smarter staffing decisions in 2025 and beyond.
Download the 2025 State of Warehouse Labor Report
