As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Appleton, WI is $32,097, equivalent to $15 per hour, $617 weekly, or $2,675 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 Appleton, WI vary widely, spanning from $27,857 to $36,185. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,877) and 75th percentile ($34,237), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,185 per year. This $4,360 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, Appleton Cargo Handler often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Appleton currently ranks 489 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 $27,857 Appleton, WI February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,877 Appleton, WI February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,097 Appleton, WI February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,237 Appleton, WI February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,185 Appleton, WI February 01, 2026
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About Appleton, Wisconsin    Appleton is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. One of the Fox Cities, it is situated on the....More

Appleton, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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