As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Aberdeen, MD is $33,425, equivalent to $16 per hour, $643 weekly, or $2,785 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cargo Handler in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Cargo Handler in Aberdeen, MD vary widely, spanning from $29,017 to $37,681. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,117) and 75th percentile ($35,653), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,681 per year. This $4,536 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Inventory Control, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aberdeen Cargo Handler often earn 2.2% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Cargo Handler Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,017 Aberdeen, MD November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,117 Aberdeen, MD November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,425 Aberdeen, MD November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,653 Aberdeen, MD November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,681 Aberdeen, MD November 01, 2026
25% $31,117 10% $29,017 90% $37,681 75% $35,653 $33,425 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Aberdeen, Maryland    Aberdeen is a city located in Harford County, Maryland, 26 miles (42 km) northeast of Baltimore. The population was 14,959 at the 2010 United States C....More

Aberdeen, Maryland  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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