As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Aurora, CO is $33,801, equivalent to $16 per hour, $650 weekly, or $2,817 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 Aurora, CO vary widely, spanning from $29,348 to $38,105. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,470) and 75th percentile ($36,054), while top earners (90th percentile) make $38,105 per year. This $4,584 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 303 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 $29,348 Aurora, CO January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,470 Aurora, CO January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,801 Aurora, CO January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,054 Aurora, CO January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $38,105 Aurora, CO January 01, 2026
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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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