California Median
$60,530
per year
Hourly Rate
$29.10
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+4% vs US median
US median $58,170
State Rank
#19 of 36
1,490 employed here
How much does an Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor make in California?
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in California take home a median of $60,530 annually — roughly $29.10 an hour — which runs 4% above the national median of $58,170.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $49,290 while the top 10% make $102,150 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $52,530 and $79,220 a year.
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $49,290 | $23.70 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $52,530 | $25.25 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $60,530 | $29.10 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $79,220 | $38.09 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $102,150 | $49.11 |
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How California compares
California ranks 19th out of 36 states and territories for Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor salary in other states
Georgia $81,380Ohio $79,650Louisiana $79,460Colorado $79,260Connecticut $78,770Virginia $78,420Missouri $76,450Indiana $75,880Pennsylvania $75,620Arizona $74,780Arkansas $73,520New Mexico $72,760Nevada $70,740New Jersey $65,590Florida $62,240South Carolina $61,470Oregon $61,340Washington $61,090Alabama $59,460North Carolina $59,130Hawaii $59,120Illinois $58,600Alaska $58,230Utah $57,570New York $57,290Idaho $56,530Texas $56,290Iowa $55,030Tennessee $53,560Minnesota $53,100Kentucky $52,530Massachusetts $52,470New Hampshire $52,360Michigan $47,850Oklahoma $41,600
Working as an Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor in California
Nationally, about 10,000 people work as Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($60,530) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor make in California?
The median Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor salary in California is $60,530 per year, or about $29.10 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $49,290 at the entry level to $102,150 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors about 4% more than the national median of $58,170. California ranks 19th out of 36 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $60,530 a year. About 1,490 Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors are employed in California. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in California?
The highest-paying occupations in California include Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($400,150), Neurologist ($357,080), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($353,900), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.