As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Freight Agent in Chicago, IL is $48,450, equivalent to $23 per hour, $932 weekly, or $4,038 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 Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $39,874 to $59,774. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,961) and 75th percentile ($54,378), while top earners (90th percentile) make $59,774 per year. This $10,417 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, Chicago Freight Agent often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 264 statewide for Freight Agent 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
Freight Agent Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $39,874 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $43,961 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $48,450 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $54,378 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $59,774 Chicago, IL February 01, 2026
25% $43,961 10% $39,874 90% $59,774 75% $54,378 $48,450 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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