As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Hattiesburg, MS is $28,843, equivalent to $14 per hour, $555 weekly, or $2,404 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 Hattiesburg, MS vary widely, spanning from $25,037 to $32,516. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($26,851) and 75th percentile ($30,766), while top earners (90th percentile) make $32,516 per year. This $3,915 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, Hattiesburg Cargo Handler often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Hattiesburg currently ranks 796 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 $25,037 Hattiesburg, MS August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $26,851 Hattiesburg, MS August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,843 Hattiesburg, MS August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,766 Hattiesburg, MS August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,516 Hattiesburg, MS August 01, 2026
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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Handler in Hattiesburg, MS. The base salary for Cargo Handler ranges from $26,851 to $30,766 with the average base salary of $28,843. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $28,922 to $35,576 with the average total cash compensation of $31,856.

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About Hattiesburg, Mississippi    Hattiesburg is a city in the U.S. state of Mississippi, primarily in Forrest County (where it is the county seat) and extending west into Lamar County....More

Hattiesburg, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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