As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Delaware is $33,598, equivalent to $16 per hour, $646 weekly, or $2,800 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 Delaware vary widely, spanning from $29,172 to $37,877. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,281) and 75th percentile ($35,838), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,877 per year. This $4,557 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, Delaware Cargo Handler often earn 1.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 24 companies. However, Delaware currently ranks 16 nationwide 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 $29,172 DE January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,281 DE January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,598 DE January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,838 DE January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,877 DE January 01, 2026
25% $31,281 10% $29,172 90% $37,877 75% $35,838 $33,598 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Bear, DE Avg. Salary $36,180 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Delaware City, DE Avg. Salary $36,194 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Harrington, DE Avg. Salary $36,970 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Lewes, DE Avg. Salary $36,970 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Middletown, DE Avg. Salary $36,374 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Milford, DE Avg. Salary $36,970 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Rehoboth Beach, DE Avg. Salary $37,217 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Seaford, DE Avg. Salary $36,582 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Smyrna, DE Avg. Salary $36,448 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Bethany Beach, DE Avg. Salary $37,217 Date Updated January 01, 2026
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