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Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$60,530
Median Annual Salary
▼
-9.4% vs 2024
$70,860
Mean Salary
$60,530
Median Salary
$29.10
Hourly Rate
1,490 people work as Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California earn a median salary of $60,530 per year ($5,044/month).
This is 5.2% below the national average of $63,880.
California ranks #19 out of 36 states for Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors pay.
Approximately 1,490 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 9.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
Supervise and coordinate the activities of ground crew in the loading, unloading, securing, and staging of aircraft cargo or baggage. May determine the quantity and orientation of cargo and compute aircraft center of gravity. May accompany aircraft as member of flight crew and monitor and handle cargo in flight, and assist and brief passengers on safety and emergency procedures. Includes loadmasters.
Top Skills
Critical Thinking
3.75
Management of Personnel Resources
3.75
Active Listening
3.62
Speaking
3.62
Monitoring
3.62
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.65
Public Safety and Security
4.4
Transportation
4.31
English Language
4.29
Administration and Management
3.76
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(64.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California
Salaries for Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California range from $49,290 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $102,150 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $52,530 and $79,220.
Median $60,530
P10: $49,290P25: $52,530P75: $79,220P90: $102,150
10th
$49,290
25th
$52,530
Median
$60,530
75th
$79,220
90th
$102,150
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$49,290
$23.70
$4,107
25th Percentile
$52,530
$25.25
$4,377
Median (50th)
$60,530
$29.10
$5,044
75th Percentile
$79,220
$38.09
$6,601
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$102,150
$49.11
$8,512
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,860 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#19
California ranks #19 of 36 states
$63,880
National avg. for Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors
How much do Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors make in California?
The median annual salary for Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California is $60,530 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,860.
What is the salary range for a Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California?
Salaries for Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California range from $49,290 at the 10th percentile to $102,150 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $52,530 and $79,220.
What is the starting salary for a Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California?
Entry-level Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors positions in California typically start around $49,290 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $52,530 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,490 people are employed as Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California is approximately $29.10 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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