As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Albany, KY is $29,830, equivalent to $14 per hour, $574 weekly, or $2,486 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 Albany, KY vary widely, spanning from $25,893 to $33,629. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($27,769) and 75th percentile ($31,818), while top earners (90th percentile) make $33,629 per year. This $4,049 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, Albany Cargo Handler often earn 4.4% 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 $25,893 Albany, KY August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $27,769 Albany, KY August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,830 Albany, KY August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,818 Albany, KY August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,629 Albany, KY August 01, 2026
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About Albany, Kentucky    Albany is a home rule-class city in Clinton County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 2,033 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat....More

Albany, Kentucky  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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