As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Aurora, CO is $33,812, equivalent to $16 per hour, $650 weekly, or $2,818 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 Aurora, CO vary widely, spanning from $29,350 to $38,118. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,477) and 75th percentile ($36,066), while top earners (90th percentile) make $38,118 per year. This $4,589 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, Aurora Cargo Handler often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 277 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 $29,350 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,477 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,812 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,066 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $38,118 Aurora, CO August 01, 2026
25% $31,477 10% $29,350 90% $38,118 75% $36,066 $33,812 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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About Aurora, Colorado    Aurora (/əˈroʊrə/, /əˈrɔːrə/) is a Home Rule Municipality in the U.S. state of Colorado, spanning Arapahoe and Adams counties, with the extreme southe....More

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