As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Omaha, NE is $31,513, equivalent to $15 per hour, $606 weekly, or $2,626 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 Omaha, NE vary widely, spanning from $27,355 to $35,527. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,337) and 75th percentile ($33,614), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,527 per year. This $4,277 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, Omaha Cargo Handler often earn 0.9% lower than national averages. However, Omaha currently ranks 553 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 $27,355 Omaha, NE August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,337 Omaha, NE August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,513 Omaha, NE August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,614 Omaha, NE August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,527 Omaha, NE August 01, 2026
25% $29,337 10% $27,355 90% $35,527 75% $33,614 $31,513 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Materials Handler II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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