As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Abilene, TX is $29,567, equivalent to $14 per hour, $569 weekly, or $2,464 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cargo Handler in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Cargo Handler in Abilene, TX vary widely, spanning from $25,672 to $33,333. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($27,528) and 75th percentile ($31,538), while top earners (90th percentile) make $33,333 per year. This $4,010 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, Abilene Cargo Handler often earn 8.6% lower than national averages. However, Abilene currently ranks 755 statewide for Cargo Handler job salary. 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 $25,672 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $27,528 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,567 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,538 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,333 Abilene, TX January 01, 2026
25% $27,528 10% $25,672 90% $33,333 75% $31,538 $29,567 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Abilene, Texas    Abilene is located in northeastern Taylor County. The city limits extend north into Jones County. Interstate 20 leads east 149 miles (240 km) to Fort ....More

Abilene, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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