As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Freight Agent in Columbus, MS is $39,974, equivalent to $19 per hour, $769 weekly, or $3,331 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 Columbus, MS vary widely, spanning from $32,898 to $49,316. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,270) and 75th percentile ($44,864), while top earners (90th percentile) make $49,316 per year. This $8,594 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, Columbus Freight Agent often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 803 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 $32,898 Columbus, MS February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $36,270 Columbus, MS February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $39,974 Columbus, MS February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $44,864 Columbus, MS February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $49,316 Columbus, MS February 01, 2026
25% $36,270 10% $32,898 90% $49,316 75% $44,864 $39,974 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

Columbus, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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