As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Austin, TX is $32,826, equivalent to $16 per hour, $631 weekly, or $2,736 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 Austin, TX vary widely, spanning from $28,497 to $37,006. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,560) and 75th percentile ($35,014), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,006 per year. This $4,454 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, Austin Cargo Handler often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Austin currently ranks 383 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 $28,497 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,560 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,826 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,014 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,006 Austin, TX November 01, 2026
25% $30,560 10% $28,497 90% $37,006 75% $35,014 $32,826 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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    Materials Handler II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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