As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Ama, LA is $31,550, equivalent to $15 per hour, $607 weekly, or $2,629 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 Ama, LA vary widely, spanning from $27,389 to $35,567. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,372) and 75th percentile ($33,653), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,567 per year. This $4,281 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, Ama Cargo Handler often earn 0.1% 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 $27,389 Ama, LA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,372 Ama, LA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,550 Ama, LA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,653 Ama, LA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,567 Ama, LA November 01, 2026
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Ama, Louisiana    Ama is a census-designated place (CDP) in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana, United States. Ama is on the West Bank of the Mississippi River, just west of....More

Ama, Louisiana  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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