As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Tucson, AZ is $31,457, equivalent to $15 per hour, $605 weekly, or $2,621 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 Tucson, AZ vary widely, spanning from $27,306 to $35,464. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,284) and 75th percentile ($33,554), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,464 per year. This $4,270 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, Tucson Cargo Handler often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Tucson currently ranks 566 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 $27,306 Tucson, AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,284 Tucson, AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,457 Tucson, AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,554 Tucson, AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,464 Tucson, AZ August 01, 2026
25% $29,284 10% $27,306 90% $35,464 75% $33,554 $31,457 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 Tucson, AZ. The base salary for Cargo Handler ranges from $29,284 to $33,554 with the average base salary of $31,457. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $31,544 to $38,800 with the average total cash compensation of $34,743.

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