As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Dothan, AL is $28,549, equivalent to $14 per hour, $549 weekly, or $2,379 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 Dothan, AL vary widely, spanning from $24,788 to $32,185. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($26,580) and 75th percentile ($30,452), while top earners (90th percentile) make $32,185 per year. This $3,872 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, Dothan Cargo Handler often earn 6.3% lower than national averages. However, Dothan currently ranks 797 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 $24,788 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $26,580 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,549 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,452 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,185 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
25% $26,580 10% $24,788 90% $32,185 75% $30,452 $28,549 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
Change Search Criteria
Check out Cargo Handler jobs in Dothan, Alabama

Cargo Handler

Ryder - Bessemer, AL

Cargo Screening K9 Handler

The Reserves Network Inc - Opelika, AL

Hospice Field RN

Choice Hospice - ENID, OK

Veterinarian – Dentistry & Urgent Care

Mainely Veterinary Dentistry LLC - WINDHAM, ME

Search More Cargo Handler Jobs in Dothan, Alabama

Cargo Handler

Review the job openings, similar jobs, level of education, and experience requirements for the Cargo Handler job to confirm that it is the job you are seeking.

See user submitted job responsibilities for Cargo Handler.

Job Openings for Cargo Handler in Dothan, AL

Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Materials Handler II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

Understand the total compensation opportunity for a Cargo Handler, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
26580
30452
28549

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
27909
34378
30732
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Handler in Dothan, AL. The base salary for Cargo Handler ranges from $26,580 to $30,452 with the average base salary of $28,549. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $27,909 to $34,378 with the average total cash compensation of $30,732.

Discover how your pay is adjusted for skills, experience, and other factors

How much should you be paid?

For a real-time salary target, tell us more about your role in the four categories below.

26580
30452

 

About Dothan, Alabama    Dothan /ˈdoʊθən/ is a city in Dale, Henry, and Houston counties in the U.S. state of Alabama. It is the county seat of Houston County and the seventh ....More

Dothan, Alabama  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

Cargo Handler Salary in popular cities: BirminghamMontgomeryMobile

Recently searched related titles: Ground Operations Crew

Jobs with a similar salary range to Cargo Handler : Handler, Records Associate, Material Handling