As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Agar, SD is $28,659, equivalent to $14 per hour, $551 weekly, or $2,388 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cargo Handler in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Cargo Handler in Agar, SD vary widely, spanning from $24,880 to $32,309. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($26,681) and 75th percentile ($30,570), while top earners (90th percentile) make $32,309 per year. This $3,889 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, Agar Cargo Handler often earn 4.9% 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 $24,880 Agar, SD November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $26,681 Agar, SD November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,659 Agar, SD November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,570 Agar, SD November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,309 Agar, SD November 01, 2026
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Agar, South Dakota    Agar is a small town in Sully County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 76 as of the 2010 census. Agar is a farm/ranch service center wi....More

Agar, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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