As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Amarillo, TX is $30,154, equivalent to $14 per hour, $580 weekly, or $2,513 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 Amarillo, TX vary widely, spanning from $26,177 to $33,994. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($28,072) and 75th percentile ($32,164), while top earners (90th percentile) make $33,994 per year. This $4,092 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, Amarillo Cargo Handler often earn 6.8% lower than national averages. However, Amarillo currently ranks 708 statewide for Cargo Handler job salary. 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 $26,177 Amarillo, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,072 Amarillo, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,154 Amarillo, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,164 Amarillo, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,994 Amarillo, TX November 01, 2026
25% $28,072 10% $26,177 90% $33,994 75% $32,164 $30,154 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Materials Handler II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Amarillo, Texas    Amarillo (/ˌæməˈrɪloʊ/ AM-ə-RIL-oh) is the 14th-most populous city in the state of Texas, United States. It is also the largest city in the Texas Panh....More

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