As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Fargo, ND is $31,918, equivalent to $15 per hour, $614 weekly, or $2,660 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 Fargo, ND vary widely, spanning from $27,709 to $35,982. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,715) and 75th percentile ($34,045), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,982 per year. This $4,330 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, Fargo Cargo Handler often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Fargo currently ranks 503 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 $27,709 Fargo, ND November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,715 Fargo, ND November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,918 Fargo, ND November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,045 Fargo, ND November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,982 Fargo, ND November 01, 2026
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Fargo, North Dakota    Fargo is a core city of the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area, which also includes Moorhead, West Fargo, and Dilworth as well as outlying communities. ....More

Fargo, North Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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