As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Poughkeepsie, NY is $35,240, equivalent to $17 per hour, $678 weekly, or $2,937 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 Poughkeepsie, NY vary widely, spanning from $30,598 to $39,729. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,810) and 75th percentile ($37,590), while top earners (90th percentile) make $39,729 per year. This $4,780 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, Poughkeepsie Cargo Handler often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Poughkeepsie currently ranks 177 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 $30,598 Poughkeepsie, NY January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,810 Poughkeepsie, NY January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,240 Poughkeepsie, NY January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,590 Poughkeepsie, NY January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $39,729 Poughkeepsie, NY January 01, 2026
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Poughkeepsie, New York    Poughkeepsie (/pəˈkɪpsi/ pə-KIP-see), officially the City of Poughkeepsie, is a city in the state of New York, United States, which is the county seat....More

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