How much does a cargo and freight agent make in New Jersey?
$60,210a year
Median yearly pay for cargo and freight agents in New Jersey. That is $28.95 an hour or $5,018 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.95
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 4,280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,630Median: $60,210Highest 10%: $77,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,630 | $22.90 | |
| 25th | $49,470 | $23.78 | |
| Median | $60,210 | $28.95 | |
| 75th | $69,860 | $33.59 | |
| 90th | $77,750 | $37.38 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $65,320 |
| New York, NY | $60,590 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $51,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cargo and freight agents.
| 4. Nebraska | $62,500 |
| 5. Washington | $60,760 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $60,310 |
| 7. New Jersey | $60,210 |
| 8. New York | $60,040 |
| 9. Illinois | $59,750 |
| 10. Montana | $59,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cargo and freight agent make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $28.95 ($60,210 a year).
Do cargo and freight agents make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $60,210 against $52,260 nationally, 15% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for cargo and freight agent pay?
New Jersey ranks 7 of 48 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays cargo and freight agents the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $65,320 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.