As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Fresno, CA is $33,221, equivalent to $16 per hour, $639 weekly, or $2,768 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 Fresno, CA vary widely, spanning from $28,840 to $37,451. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,928) and 75th percentile ($35,435), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,451 per year. This $4,507 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, Fresno Cargo Handler often earn 9.2% higher than national averages. However, Fresno currently ranks 338 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 $28,840 Fresno, CA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,928 Fresno, CA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,221 Fresno, CA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,435 Fresno, CA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,451 Fresno, CA November 01, 2026
25% $30,928 10% $28,840 90% $37,451 75% $35,435 $33,221 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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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Fresno, California    Fresno (/ˈfrɛznoʊ/ FREZ-noh; Spanish for "ash tree") is a city in California, United States, and the county seat of Fresno County. It covers about 112....More

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