Cargo Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Cargo Coordinator make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cargo Coordinator in the United States is $52,055 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Cargo Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,341
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,846 to $57,962
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,104
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Cargo Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $57,962 $4,830 $1,115 $28
Average $52,055 $4,338 $1,001 $25
25th Percentile $46,846 $3,904 $901 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Cargo Coordinator Salaries

A Cargo Coordinator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Cargo Coordinator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Cargo Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $57,635.
  • California: $57,417.
  • Massachusetts: $56,651.

Top Paying Cities for Cargo Coordinators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $65,657
  • San Francisco: $64,938
  • Oakland: $63,569

What Skills Can Increase a Cargo Coordinator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.74% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 2.88% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 1.34% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
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Customer Service 7.74%
Data Entry 2.88%
Accounting 1.34%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Cargo Coordinator's salary.
  • Merchandising: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • KPI: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Merchandising
 $60,384
16%
Analysis
 $59,863
15%
KPI
 $58,301
12%
Collaboration
 $57,260
10%
Leadership
 $55,699
7%
Supply Chain
 $55,178
6%
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Cargo Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cargo Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Cargo Coordinator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cargo Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cargo Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$59,863$29.015%
Pharmaceuticals$58,822$28.013%
Biotechnology$58,301$28.012%
Energy & Utilities$57,260$28.010%
Internet$57,260$28.010%

How Education impacts a Cargo Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Cargo Coordinators enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Cargo Coordinator with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $44,441 and $47,433).

Cargo Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Cargo Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.7%
High School 63.0%
Associates 16.4%
Bachelors 17.1%
Masters 0.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Cargo Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cargo Coordinator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$46,846
Average $52,055/year
$57,962
$3,904
Average $4,338/month
$4,830
$901
Average $1,001/week
$1,115
$23
Average $25/hour
$28
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $57,962 $4,830 $1,115 $28
Average $52,055 $4,338 $1,001 $25
25th Percentile $46,846 $3,904 $901 $23

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Salary Trends for Cargo Coordinator

Salaries for a Cargo Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $44,347 in 2023 to around $44,010 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Cargo Coordinator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Cargo Coordinator Over Time

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$44,308
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