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Cargo and Freight Agents Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Cargo and Freight Agents make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$57,690
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.8% vs 2024
$61,720
Mean Salary
$57,690
Median Salary
$27.74
Hourly Rate
17,060 people work as Cargo and Freight Agents in California
Cargo and Freight Agents salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Cargo and Freight Agents in California earn a median salary of $57,690 per year ($4,807/month).
This is 8.7% above the national average of $53,061.
California ranks #13 out of 48 states for Cargo and Freight Agents pay.
Approximately 17,060 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Cargo and Freight Agents
Expedite and route movement of incoming and outgoing cargo and freight shipments in airline, train, and trucking terminals and shipping docks. Take orders from customers and arrange pickup of freight and cargo for delivery to loading platform. Prepare and examine bills of lading to determine shipping charges and tariffs.
Top Skills
Speaking
3.62
Reading Comprehension
3.5
Active Listening
3.5
Monitoring
3.5
Coordination
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.57
Geography
4.5
Customer and Personal Service
4.42
English Language
4.12
Public Safety and Security
4.03
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(44.7% of workers)
Salary Range: Cargo and Freight Agents in California
Salaries for Cargo and Freight Agents in California range from $38,430 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $83,060 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,270 and $73,730.
Median $57,690
P10: $38,430P25: $47,270P75: $73,730P90: $83,060
10th
$38,430
25th
$47,270
Median
$57,690
75th
$73,730
90th
$83,060
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,430
$18.48
$3,202
25th Percentile
$47,270
$22.73
$3,939
Median (50th)
$57,690
$27.74
$4,807
75th Percentile
$73,730
$35.45
$6,144
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$83,060
$39.93
$6,921
Note: The mean (average) salary of $61,720 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Cargo and Freight Agents make in California?
The median annual salary for Cargo and Freight Agents in California is $57,690 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $61,720.
What is the salary range for a Cargo and Freight Agents in California?
Salaries for Cargo and Freight Agents in California range from $38,430 at the 10th percentile to $83,060 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,270 and $73,730.
What is the starting salary for a Cargo and Freight Agents in California?
Entry-level Cargo and Freight Agents positions in California typically start around $38,430 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,270 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Cargo and Freight Agents in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 17,060 people are employed as Cargo and Freight Agents in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Cargo and Freight Agents in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Cargo and Freight Agents in California is approximately $27.74 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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