As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Adair, IL is $31,359, equivalent to $15 per hour, $603 weekly, or $2,613 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 Adair, IL vary widely, spanning from $27,228 to $35,352. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,196) and 75th percentile ($33,449), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,352 per year. This $4,253 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, Adair Cargo Handler often earn 7.3% 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 $27,228 Adair, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,196 Adair, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,359 Adair, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,449 Adair, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,352 Adair, IL January 01, 2026
25% $29,196 10% $27,228 90% $35,352 75% $33,449 $31,359 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Adair, Illinois    Adair is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in McDonough County, Illinois, United States. Adair is part of the New Salem Township. The to....More

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

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