As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Silver Spring, MD is $36,451, equivalent to $18 per hour, $701 weekly, or $3,038 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 Silver Spring, MD vary widely, spanning from $31,641 to $41,093. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,933) and 75th percentile ($38,881), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,093 per year. This $4,948 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, Silver Spring Cargo Handler often earn 6.6% higher than national averages. However, Silver Spring currently ranks 85 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 $31,641 Silver Spring, MD August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,933 Silver Spring, MD August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,451 Silver Spring, MD August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $38,881 Silver Spring, MD August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $41,093 Silver Spring, MD August 01, 2026
25% $33,933 10% $31,641 90% $41,093 75% $38,881 $36,451 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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    1 - 3 years experience
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About Silver Spring, Maryland    Silver Spring is an unincorporated community, large village, suburb of Washington, D.C., and census-designated place located inside the Capital Beltwa....More

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