As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Burlington, NC is $30,742, equivalent to $15 per hour, $591 weekly, or $2,562 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 Burlington, NC vary widely, spanning from $26,692 to $34,657. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($28,622) and 75th percentile ($32,791), while top earners (90th percentile) make $34,657 per year. This $4,169 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, Burlington Cargo Handler often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Burlington currently ranks 658 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 $26,692 Burlington, NC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,622 Burlington, NC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,742 Burlington, NC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,791 Burlington, NC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,657 Burlington, NC January 01, 2026
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About Burlington, North Carolina    Burlington is a city in Alamance and Guilford counties in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It is the principal city of the Burlington, North Carolina....More

Burlington, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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