As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Alabaster, AL is $30,738, equivalent to $15 per hour, $591 weekly, or $2,562 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 Alabaster, AL vary widely, spanning from $26,689 to $34,653. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($28,619) and 75th percentile ($32,787), while top earners (90th percentile) make $34,653 per year. This $4,168 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, Alabaster Cargo Handler often earn 0.8% 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 $26,689 Alabaster, AL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,619 Alabaster, AL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,738 Alabaster, AL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,787 Alabaster, AL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,653 Alabaster, AL January 01, 2026
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About Alabaster, Alabama    Alabaster is a city and southern suburb of Birmingham in Shelby County, Alabama, United States. At the 2010 census, the population was 30,352. Accordi....More

Alabaster, Alabama  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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