As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Birmingham, AL is $30,810, equivalent to $15 per hour, $593 weekly, or $2,568 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 Birmingham, AL vary widely, spanning from $26,745 to $34,735. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($28,682) and 75th percentile ($32,864), while top earners (90th percentile) make $34,735 per year. This $4,182 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, Birmingham Cargo Handler often earn 1.1% lower than national averages. However, Birmingham currently ranks 650 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 $26,745 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,682 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,810 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,864 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,735 Birmingham, AL August 01, 2026
25% $28,682 10% $26,745 90% $34,735 75% $32,864 $30,810 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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