As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Raleigh, NC is $32,522, equivalent to $16 per hour, $625 weekly, or $2,710 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 Raleigh, NC vary widely, spanning from $28,230 to $36,664. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,275) and 75th percentile ($34,690), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,664 per year. This $4,415 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, Raleigh Cargo Handler often earn 3.2% lower than national averages. However, Raleigh currently ranks 417 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 $28,230 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,275 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,522 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,690 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,664 Raleigh, NC August 01, 2026
25% $30,275 10% $28,230 90% $36,664 75% $34,690 $32,522 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 Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Cargo Handler ranges from $30,275 to $34,690 with the average base salary of $32,522. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $32,611 to $40,113 with the average total cash compensation of $35,919.

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