As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Madison, WI is $32,686, equivalent to $16 per hour, $629 weekly, or $2,724 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $28,380 to $36,849. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,432) and 75th percentile ($34,865), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,849 per year. This $4,433 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, Madison Cargo Handler often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 409 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 $28,380 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,432 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,686 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,865 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,849 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

Madison, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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