As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Passaic, NJ is $37,901, equivalent to $18 per hour, $729 weekly, or $3,158 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 Passaic, NJ vary widely, spanning from $32,908 to $42,728. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,288) and 75th percentile ($40,428), while top earners (90th percentile) make $42,728 per year. This $5,140 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, Passaic Cargo Handler often earn 5.4% higher than national averages. However, Passaic currently ranks 21 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 $32,908 Passaic, NJ January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,288 Passaic, NJ January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,901 Passaic, NJ January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $40,428 Passaic, NJ January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $42,728 Passaic, NJ January 01, 2026
25% $35,288 10% $32,908 90% $42,728 75% $40,428 $37,901 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Passaic, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 3.244 square miles (8.401 km2), including 3.146 square miles (8.149 km2) of....More

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