As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Westerly, RI is $35,114, equivalent to $17 per hour, $675 weekly, or $2,926 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 Westerly, RI vary widely, spanning from $30,488 to $39,586. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,693) and 75th percentile ($37,455), while top earners (90th percentile) make $39,586 per year. This $4,762 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, Westerly Cargo Handler often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Westerly currently ranks 192 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 $30,488 Westerly, RI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,693 Westerly, RI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,114 Westerly, RI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,455 Westerly, RI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $39,586 Westerly, RI January 01, 2026
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    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Westerly, Rhode Island    Westerly is a town on the southwestern shoreline of Washington County, Rhode Island, first settled by English colonists in 1661 and incorporated as a ....More

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