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Cargo and Freight Agents Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Cargo and Freight Agents make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$60,040
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.9% vs 2024
$64,660
Mean Salary
$60,040
Median Salary
$28.87
Hourly Rate
5,760 people work as Cargo and Freight Agents in New York
Cargo and Freight Agents salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Cargo and Freight Agents in New York earn a median salary of $60,040 per year ($5,003/month).
This is 13.2% above the national average of $53,061.
New York ranks #8 out of 48 states for Cargo and Freight Agents pay.
Approximately 5,760 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 4.9% 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 New York
Salaries for Cargo and Freight Agents in New York range from $40,590 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $82,820 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,570 and $80,820.
Median $60,040
P10: $40,590P25: $47,570P75: $80,820P90: $82,820
10th
$40,590
25th
$47,570
Median
$60,040
75th
$80,820
90th
$82,820
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$40,590
$19.51
$3,382
25th Percentile
$47,570
$22.87
$3,964
Median (50th)
$60,040
$28.87
$5,003
75th Percentile
$80,820
$38.86
$6,735
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$82,820
$39.82
$6,901
Note: The mean (average) salary of $64,660 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Cargo and Freight Agents make in New York?
The median annual salary for Cargo and Freight Agents in New York is $60,040 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $64,660.
What is the salary range for a Cargo and Freight Agents in New York?
Salaries for Cargo and Freight Agents in New York range from $40,590 at the 10th percentile to $82,820 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,570 and $80,820.
What is the starting salary for a Cargo and Freight Agents in New York?
Entry-level Cargo and Freight Agents positions in New York typically start around $40,590 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,570 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Cargo and Freight Agents in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,760 people are employed as Cargo and Freight Agents in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Cargo and Freight Agents in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Cargo and Freight Agents in New York is approximately $28.87 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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