How Much Does a Cargo Handler Make in Boston, MA ? (2021 Salary Guide)

Cargo Handler Salary in Boston, MA

As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Boston, MA is $37,007, equivalent to $18 per hour, $712 weekly, or $3,084 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cargo Handler in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Cargo Handler in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $32,121 to $41,720. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,450) and 75th percentile ($39,474), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,720 per year. This $5,024 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Inventory Control, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Cargo Handler often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 63 statewide for Cargo Handler job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Cargo Handler Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $32,121 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $34,450 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $37,007 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $39,474 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $41,720 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
25% $34,450 10% $32,121 90% $41,720 75% $39,474 $37,007 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Boston, Massachusetts    Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The....More

Boston, Massachusetts  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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