As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Cargo Handler in Palmer, AK is $35,909, equivalent to $17 per hour, $691 weekly, or $2,992 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 Palmer, AK vary widely, spanning from $31,168 to $40,481. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,427) and 75th percentile ($38,302), while top earners (90th percentile) make $40,481 per year. This $4,875 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, Palmer Cargo Handler often earn 0.6% higher than national averages. However, Palmer currently ranks 137 statewide for Cargo Handler 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
Cargo Handler Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $31,168 Palmer, AK May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $33,427 Palmer, AK May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $35,909 Palmer, AK May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $38,302 Palmer, AK May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Cargo Handler Salary $40,481 Palmer, AK May 18, 2021
25% $33,427 10% $31,168 90% $40,481 75% $38,302 $35,909 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Cargo Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Palmer, Alaska    Palmer is located at 61°36′7″N 149°7′2″W / 61.60194°N 149.11722°W / 61.60194; -149.11722 (61.601879, −149.117351). Palmer is 42 miles (68 km) north....More

Palmer, Alaska  area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago

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