As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Akron, MI is $30,864, equivalent to $15 per hour, $594 weekly, or $2,572 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 Akron, MI vary widely, spanning from $26,798 to $34,795. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($28,736) and 75th percentile ($32,922), while top earners (90th percentile) make $34,795 per year. This $4,186 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, Akron Cargo Handler often earn 5.5% 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 $26,798 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,736 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,864 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,922 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,795 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
25% $28,736 10% $26,798 90% $34,795 75% $32,922 $30,864 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Akron, Michigan    Akron is a village in Tuscola County of the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 402 at the 2010 census. The village is located on the boundary....More

Akron, Michigan  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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