It is very difficult to say with any certainty what commodity traders earn each year as many will be paid a basic salary and huge bonuses for successful trading. However, a report by HC Insider in 2013 found that commodity traders with less than three years experience were able to secure a basic salary of between $100,000 and $150,000 a year. Those with more than five years experience could expect a basic salary of between $200,000 and $350,000 a year. Keep in mind that this is not indicative of potential future profits.