How Much Does a Cargo Handler Make in Evansville, IN ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Cargo Handler Salary in Evansville, IN

As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Evansville, IN is $31,423, equivalent to $15 per hour, $604 weekly, or $2,619 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 Evansville, IN vary widely, spanning from $27,272 to $35,426. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,250) and 75th percentile ($33,518), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,426 per year. This $4,268 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, Evansville Cargo Handler often earn 1.3% lower than national averages. However, Evansville currently ranks 579 statewide for Cargo Handler job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $27,272 Evansville, IN February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,250 Evansville, IN February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,423 Evansville, IN February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,518 Evansville, IN February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,426 Evansville, IN February 01, 2026
25% $29,250 10% $27,272 90% $35,426 75% $33,518 $31,423 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 1 years experience
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About Evansville, Indiana    Evansville is a city and the county seat of Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States. The population was 117,429 at the 2010 census, making it the s....More

Evansville, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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