As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Palmer, AK is $35,649, equivalent to $17 per hour, $686 weekly, or $2,971 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 Palmer, AK vary widely, spanning from $30,945 to $40,189. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,187) and 75th percentile ($38,026), while top earners (90th percentile) make $40,189 per year. This $4,839 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, Palmer Cargo Handler often earn 0.7% higher than national averages. However, Palmer currently ranks 138 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 $30,945 Palmer, AK August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,187 Palmer, AK August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,649 Palmer, AK August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $38,026 Palmer, AK August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $40,189 Palmer, AK August 01, 2026
25% $33,187 10% $30,945 90% $40,189 75% $38,026 $35,649 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cargo Handler in Palmer, AK. The base salary for Cargo Handler ranges from $33,187 to $38,026 with the average base salary of $35,649. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $35,747 to $43,971 with the average total cash compensation of $39,373.

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About Palmer, Alaska    Palmer is located at 61°36′7″N 149°7′2″W / 61.60194°N 149.11722°W / 61.60194; -149.11722 (61.601879, −149.117351). Palmer is 42 miles (68 km) north....More

Palmer, Alaska  area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago

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