As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Tampa, FL is $31,431, equivalent to $15 per hour, $604 weekly, or $2,619 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 Tampa, FL vary widely, spanning from $27,283 to $35,434. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,260) and 75th percentile ($33,526), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,434 per year. This $4,266 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, Tampa Cargo Handler often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Tampa currently ranks 568 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 $27,283 Tampa, FL August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,260 Tampa, FL August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,431 Tampa, FL August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,526 Tampa, FL August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,434 Tampa, FL August 01, 2026
25% $29,260 10% $27,283 90% $35,434 75% $33,526 $31,431 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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