As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Duluth, MN is $31,855, equivalent to $15 per hour, $613 weekly, or $2,655 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 Duluth, MN vary widely, spanning from $27,654 to $35,911. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,656) and 75th percentile ($33,978), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,911 per year. This $4,322 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, Duluth Cargo Handler often earn 6.1% lower than national averages. However, Duluth currently ranks 509 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 $27,654 Duluth, MN November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,656 Duluth, MN November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,855 Duluth, MN November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,978 Duluth, MN November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,911 Duluth, MN November 01, 2026
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
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About Duluth, Minnesota    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 87.43 square miles (226.44 km2); 67.79 square miles (175.58 km2) is land an....More

Duluth, Minnesota  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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