As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Freight Agent in the US is $46,859, equivalent to $23 per hour, $901 weekly, or $3,905 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 the US vary widely, spanning from $38,587 to $57,786. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,529) and 75th percentile ($52,578), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,786 per year. This $10,049 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, District of Columbia Freight Agent often earn 11.3% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 48 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
Freight Agent Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $38,587 US May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $42,529 US May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $46,859 US May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $52,578 US May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Freight Agent Salary $57,786 US May 18, 2021
25% $42,529 10% $38,587 90% $57,786 75% $52,578 $46,859 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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