As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Ada, MN is $31,442, equivalent to $15 per hour, $605 weekly, or $2,620 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 Ada, MN vary widely, spanning from $27,300 to $35,446. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,274) and 75th percentile ($33,538), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,446 per year. This $4,264 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, Ada Cargo Handler often earn 7.4% 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 $27,300 Ada, MN January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,274 Ada, MN January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,442 Ada, MN January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,538 Ada, MN January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,446 Ada, MN January 01, 2026
25% $29,274 10% $27,300 90% $35,446 75% $33,538 $31,442 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Ada, Minnesota    Ada (/ˈeɪdə/ AY-də) is a city in Norman County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,707 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat. Minneso....More

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