As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Freight Agent in the US is $46,898, equivalent to $23 per hour, $902 weekly, or $3,908 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Freight Agent in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Freight Agent in the US vary widely, spanning from $38,623 to $57,840. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,566) and 75th percentile ($52,625), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,840 per year. This $10,059 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Data Entry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Freight Agent often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 48 companies and industry startups. 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
Freight Agent Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $38,623 US March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $42,566 US March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $46,898 US March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $52,625 US March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $57,840 US March 01, 2026
25% $42,566 10% $38,623 90% $57,840 75% $52,625 $46,898 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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