As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Minnetonka, MN is $34,723, equivalent to $17 per hour, $668 weekly, or $2,894 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 Minnetonka, MN vary widely, spanning from $30,149 to $39,145. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,329) and 75th percentile ($37,038), while top earners (90th percentile) make $39,145 per year. This $4,709 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, Minnetonka Cargo Handler often earn 2.3% higher than national averages. However, Minnetonka currently ranks 231 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 $30,149 Minnetonka, MN January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,329 Minnetonka, MN January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,723 Minnetonka, MN January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,038 Minnetonka, MN January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $39,145 Minnetonka, MN January 01, 2026
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    0 - 1 years experience
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About Minnetonka, Minnesota    Minnetonka (/ˌmɪnɪˈtɒŋkə/ MIN-i-TONG-kə) is a suburban city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States, eight miles (13 km) west of Minneapolis. Th....More

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