Cargo and Freight Agents Salary (2025)
Based on 97,670 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,340 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $45,710 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $52,260 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $63,390 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $79,810 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$46K
Median
$52K
75th
$63K
90th
$80K
Highest Paying States for Cargo and Freight Agents
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $73,770 |
| Minnesota | $65,080 |
| South Dakota | $65,000 |
| New York | $64,660 |
| North Dakota | $64,630 |
| New Hampshire | $63,920 |
| Nebraska | $63,790 |
| Washington | $63,090 |
| California | $61,720 |
| Rhode Island | $61,640 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Cargo and Freight Agents salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $73,770 per year, while Rhode Island has an average of $61,640 — a difference of $12,130. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Cargo and Freight Agents
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 97,670 workers were employed as Cargo and Freight Agentss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Office and Administrative Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $57,230 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 43-5011