As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Abingdon, IL is $31,186, equivalent to $15 per hour, $600 weekly, or $2,599 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 Abingdon, IL vary widely, spanning from $27,078 to $35,158. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,036) and 75th percentile ($33,265), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,158 per year. This $4,229 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, Abingdon Cargo Handler often earn 7.8% lower 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 $27,078 Abingdon, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,036 Abingdon, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,186 Abingdon, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,265 Abingdon, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,158 Abingdon, IL January 01, 2026
25% $29,036 10% $27,078 90% $35,158 75% $33,265 $31,186 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Abingdon, Illinois    Abingdon is a city in Knox County, Illinois, United States, 50 miles (80 km) west of Peoria. It is part of the Galesburg Micropolitan Statistical Area....More

Abingdon, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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