As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Loadmaster in the US is $72,771, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,399 weekly, or $6,064 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Loadmaster in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Loadmaster in the US vary widely, spanning from $59,538 to $92,826. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,844) and 75th percentile ($83,269), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,826 per year. This $17,425 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Supply Chain, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Loadmaster often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 8 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
Loadmaster Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $59,538 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $65,844 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $72,771 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $83,269 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $92,826 US April 01, 2026
25% $65,844 10% $59,538 90% $92,826 75% $83,269 $72,771 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Loadmaster ?

A loadmaster is an aircrew member on civilian aircraft or military transport aircraft tasked with the safe loading, transport and unloading of aerial cargoes. Loadmasters serve in the militaries and civilian airlines of many nations....

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