As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Alameda, CA is $40,516, equivalent to $19 per hour, $779 weekly, or $3,376 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 Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $35,178 to $45,675. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,722) and 75th percentile ($43,216), while top earners (90th percentile) make $45,675 per year. This $5,494 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, Alameda Cargo Handler often earn 10.7% higher 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 $35,178 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,722 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $40,516 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $43,216 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $45,675 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
25% $37,722 10% $35,178 90% $45,675 75% $43,216 $40,516 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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