As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Tanner, AL is $31,115, equivalent to $15 per hour, $598 weekly, or $2,593 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 Tanner, AL vary widely, spanning from $27,012 to $35,077. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($28,967) and 75th percentile ($33,189), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,077 per year. This $4,222 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, Tanner Cargo Handler often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Tanner currently ranks 606 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 $27,012 Tanner, AL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,967 Tanner, AL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,115 Tanner, AL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,189 Tanner, AL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,077 Tanner, AL November 01, 2026
25% $28,967 10% $27,012 90% $35,077 75% $33,189 $31,115 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
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About Tanner, Alabama    Tanner is an unincorporated community in central southern Limestone County, Alabama, United States, and is included in the Huntsville-Decatur Combined....More

Tanner, Alabama  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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