As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Edison, NJ is $37,177, equivalent to $18 per hour, $715 weekly, or $3,098 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 Edison, NJ vary widely, spanning from $32,274 to $41,911. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,610) and 75th percentile ($39,655), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,911 per year. This $5,045 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, Edison Cargo Handler often earn 3.5% higher than national averages. However, Edison currently ranks 46 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 $32,274 Edison, NJ November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,610 Edison, NJ November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,177 Edison, NJ November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $39,655 Edison, NJ November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $41,911 Edison, NJ November 01, 2026
25% $34,610 10% $32,274 90% $41,911 75% $39,655 $37,177 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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About Edison, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 30.638 square miles (79.351 km2), including 29.940 square miles (77.543....More

Edison, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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