As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Tuscaloosa, AL is $30,672, equivalent to $15 per hour, $590 weekly, or $2,556 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cargo Handler in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Cargo Handler in Tuscaloosa, AL vary widely, spanning from $26,631 to $34,578. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($28,557) and 75th percentile ($32,717), while top earners (90th percentile) make $34,578 per year. This $4,160 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, Tuscaloosa Cargo Handler often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Tuscaloosa currently ranks 667 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 $26,631 Tuscaloosa, AL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $28,557 Tuscaloosa, AL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $30,672 Tuscaloosa, AL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,717 Tuscaloosa, AL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,578 Tuscaloosa, AL January 01, 2026
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About Tuscaloosa, Alabama    Tuscaloosa (/tʌskəˈluːsə/ TUS-kə-LOO-sə) is a city in and the seat of Tuscaloosa County in west central Alabama (in the southeastern United States). L....More

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