As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Yonkers, NY is $37,891, equivalent to $18 per hour, $729 weekly, or $3,158 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 Yonkers, NY vary widely, spanning from $32,900 to $42,717. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,278) and 75th percentile ($40,417), while top earners (90th percentile) make $42,717 per year. This $5,139 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, Yonkers Cargo Handler often earn 7.4% higher than national averages. However, Yonkers currently ranks 24 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 $32,900 Yonkers, NY January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,278 Yonkers, NY January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,891 Yonkers, NY January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $40,417 Yonkers, NY January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $42,717 Yonkers, NY January 01, 2026
25% $35,278 10% $32,900 90% $42,717 75% $40,417 $37,891 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Yonkers, New York    Yonkers (/ˈjɒŋkərz/) is a city in Westchester County, New York. It is the fourth most populous city in the U.S. state of New York, behind New York Cit....More

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