As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in York, PA is $32,034, equivalent to $15 per hour, $616 weekly, or $2,670 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 York, PA vary widely, spanning from $27,802 to $36,114. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($29,819) and 75th percentile ($34,169), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,114 per year. This $4,350 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, York Cargo Handler often earn 3.0% lower than national averages. However, York currently ranks 501 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 $27,802 York, PA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $29,819 York, PA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,034 York, PA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,169 York, PA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $36,114 York, PA February 01, 2026
25% $29,819 10% $27,802 90% $36,114 75% $34,169 $32,034 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About York, Pennsylvania    York (Pennsylvania German: Yarrick), known as the White Rose City (after the symbol of the House of York), is the county seat of York County, Pennsylv....More

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