As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Alpine, TN is $29,552, equivalent to $14 per hour, $568 weekly, or $2,463 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 Alpine, TN vary widely, spanning from $25,654 to $33,315. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($27,512) and 75th percentile ($31,521), while top earners (90th percentile) make $33,315 per year. This $4,009 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, Alpine Cargo Handler often earn 4.6% 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 $25,654 Alpine, TN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $27,512 Alpine, TN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,552 Alpine, TN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,521 Alpine, TN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,315 Alpine, TN November 01, 2026
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Alpine, Tennessee    Alpine is a small unincorporated community in Overton County, Tennessee, United States. It is served by the ZIP Code of 38543, for which the ZCTA had....More

Alpine, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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