As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Anchorage, AK is $36,402, equivalent to $18 per hour, $700 weekly, or $3,034 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 Anchorage, AK vary widely, spanning from $31,606 to $41,038. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,891) and 75th percentile ($38,828), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,038 per year. This $4,937 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, Anchorage Cargo Handler often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Anchorage currently ranks 107 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 $31,606 Anchorage, AK January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,891 Anchorage, AK January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,402 Anchorage, AK January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $38,828 Anchorage, AK January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $41,038 Anchorage, AK January 01, 2026
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Handler in Anchorage, AK. The base salary for Cargo Handler ranges from $33,891 to $38,828 with the average base salary of $36,402. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $35,586 to $43,834 with the average total cash compensation of $39,185.

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About Anchorage, Alaska    Anchorage (officially called the Municipality of Anchorage; Dena'ina: Dgheyaytnu) is a unified home rule municipality in the U.S. state of Alaska. Wit....More

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