As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Loadmaster in the US is $72,753, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,399 weekly, or $6,063 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 $59,484 to $92,913. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,808) and 75th percentile ($83,305), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,913 per year. This $17,497 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 $59,484 US February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $65,808 US February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $72,753 US February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $83,305 US February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Loadmaster Salary $92,913 US February 01, 2026
25% $65,808 10% $59,484 90% $92,913 75% $83,305 $72,753 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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