How Much Does a Mail Handler Make in Chicago, IL ? (2021 Salary Guide)

Mail Handler Salary in Chicago, IL

As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Mail Handler in Chicago, IL is $38,899, equivalent to $19 per hour, $748 weekly, or $3,242 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Mail Handler in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Mail Handler in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $33,125 to $43,753. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,877) and 75th percentile ($41,440), while top earners (90th percentile) make $43,753 per year. This $5,563 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Shipping and Receiving, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Mail Handler often earn 1.0% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 265 statewide for Mail Handler job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $33,125 Chicago, IL May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $35,877 Chicago, IL May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $38,899 Chicago, IL May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $41,440 Chicago, IL May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $43,753 Chicago, IL May 18, 2021
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What is a Mail Handler ?

A postal worker is one who works for a post office, such as a mail carrier. In the U.S., postal workers are represented by the National Postal Mail Handlers Union - NPMHU, the National Association of Rural Letter Carriers and the American Postal Workers Union, part of the AFL-CIO. In Canada, they are represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers and in the United Kingdom by the Communication Workers Union. The US Postal Service employs around 584,000 people. The bulk of these work as: Service clerks - Sell stamps and postage, help people pick up packages and assist with other services...

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    Mail Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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