As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Springfield, MO is $29,408, equivalent to $14 per hour, $566 weekly, or $2,451 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 Springfield, MO vary widely, spanning from $25,527 to $33,153. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($27,377) and 75th percentile ($31,368), while top earners (90th percentile) make $33,153 per year. This $3,991 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, Springfield Cargo Handler often earn 6.7% lower than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 773 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 $25,527 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $27,377 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,408 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,368 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,153 Springfield, MO August 01, 2026
25% $27,377 10% $25,527 90% $33,153 75% $31,368 $29,408 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 Springfield, Missouri    Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498....More

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