As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Paramus, NJ is $37,710, equivalent to $18 per hour, $725 weekly, or $3,143 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 Paramus, NJ vary widely, spanning from $32,736 to $42,511. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,106) and 75th percentile ($40,223), while top earners (90th percentile) make $42,511 per year. This $5,117 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, Paramus Cargo Handler often earn 4.9% higher than national averages. However, Paramus currently ranks 17 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 $32,736 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,106 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,710 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $40,223 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $42,511 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Paramus, New Jersey    Paramus (/pəˈræməs/ pə-RAM-əs) is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population....More

Paramus, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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