As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Aurora, IL is $34,020, equivalent to $16 per hour, $654 weekly, or $2,835 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, IL vary widely, spanning from $29,538 to $38,352. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,674) and 75th percentile ($36,287), while top earners (90th percentile) make $38,352 per year. This $4,613 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 0.6% higher than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 291 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 $29,538 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,674 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,020 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,287 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $38,352 Aurora, IL January 01, 2026
25% $31,674 10% $29,538 90% $38,352 75% $36,287 $34,020 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Aurora, Illinois    Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, is a city in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Located primarily in DuPage and Kan....More

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