As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Afton, IA is $32,241, equivalent to $16 per hour, $620 weekly, or $2,687 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 Afton, IA vary widely, spanning from $27,994 to $36,347. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,018) and 75th percentile ($34,391), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,347 per year. This $4,373 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, Afton Cargo Handler often earn 1.5% 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 $27,994 Afton, IA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,018 Afton, IA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,241 Afton, IA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,391 Afton, IA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,347 Afton, IA January 01, 2026
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About Afton, Iowa    Afton is a city in Union County, in southwestern Iowa, United States. The population was 845 at the 2010 census. Its peak of population was in 1880, a....More

Afton, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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