As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Freight Agent in Independence, MO is $45,640, equivalent to $22 per hour, $878 weekly, or $3,803 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 Independence, MO vary widely, spanning from $37,595 to $56,275. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,429) and 75th percentile ($51,207), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,275 per year. This $9,778 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, Independence Freight Agent often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Independence currently ranks 456 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 $37,595 Independence, MO January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $41,429 Independence, MO January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $45,640 Independence, MO January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $51,207 Independence, MO January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $56,275 Independence, MO January 01, 2026
25% $41,429 10% $37,595 90% $56,275 75% $51,207 $45,640 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Independence, Missouri    Independence is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. It lies within Jackson County, of which it is the county seat. Independence is....More

Independence, Missouri  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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