As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Clay, NY is $33,097, equivalent to $16 per hour, $636 weekly, or $2,758 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 Clay, NY vary widely, spanning from $28,737 to $37,312. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,815) and 75th percentile ($35,304), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,312 per year. This $4,489 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, Clay Cargo Handler often earn 6.2% lower than national averages. However, Clay currently ranks 361 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 $28,737 Clay, NY January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,815 Clay, NY January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,097 Clay, NY January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,304 Clay, NY January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,312 Clay, NY January 01, 2026
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About Clay, New York    Clay is a town in Onondaga County, New York, United States. As of the 2010 census, the town had a total population of 58,206, making it Syracuse's lar....More

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