As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Cincinnati, OH is $32,216, equivalent to $15 per hour, $620 weekly, or $2,685 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 Cincinnati, OH vary widely, spanning from $27,968 to $36,319. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,992) and 75th percentile ($34,364), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,319 per year. This $4,372 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, Cincinnati Cargo Handler often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Cincinnati currently ranks 461 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 $27,968 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,992 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,216 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,364 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,319 Cincinnati, OH November 01, 2026
25% $29,992 10% $27,968 90% $36,319 75% $34,364 $32,216 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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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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