As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Bloomfield, NJ is $37,901, equivalent to $18 per hour, $729 weekly, or $3,158 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 Bloomfield, NJ vary widely, spanning from $32,908 to $42,728. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,288) and 75th percentile ($40,428), while top earners (90th percentile) make $42,728 per year. This $5,140 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, Bloomfield Cargo Handler often earn 5.4% higher than national averages. However, Bloomfield currently ranks 22 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 $32,908 Bloomfield, NJ January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,288 Bloomfield, NJ January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,901 Bloomfield, NJ January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $40,428 Bloomfield, NJ January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $42,728 Bloomfield, NJ January 01, 2026
25% $35,288 10% $32,908 90% $42,728 75% $40,428 $37,901 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 Bloomfield, New Jersey    Bloomfield is a township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township's population was 47,315, reflec....More

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