As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Great Falls, MT is $29,597, equivalent to $14 per hour, $569 weekly, or $2,466 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 Great Falls, MT vary widely, spanning from $25,698 to $33,366. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($27,556) and 75th percentile ($31,570), while top earners (90th percentile) make $33,366 per year. This $4,014 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, Great Falls Cargo Handler often earn 5.5% lower than national averages. However, Great Falls currently ranks 751 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 $25,698 Great Falls, MT January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $27,556 Great Falls, MT January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,597 Great Falls, MT January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,570 Great Falls, MT January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,366 Great Falls, MT January 01, 2026
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About Great Falls, Montana    Great Falls is a city in and the county seat of Cascade County, Montana, United States. The 2017 census estimate put the population at 58,638. The pop....More

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