As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Lowell, MA is $35,548, equivalent to $17 per hour, $684 weekly, or $2,962 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 Lowell, MA vary widely, spanning from $30,860 to $40,074. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,094) and 75th percentile ($37,917), while top earners (90th percentile) make $40,074 per year. This $4,823 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, Lowell Cargo Handler often earn 1.5% higher than national averages. However, Lowell currently ranks 145 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 $30,860 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,094 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,548 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,917 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $40,074 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Lowell, Massachusetts    Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massach....More

Lowell, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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