How much does a cargo and freight agent make in Washington?
$60,760a year
Median yearly pay for cargo and freight agents in Washington. That is $29.21 an hour or $5,063 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.21
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,330Median: $60,760Highest 10%: $82,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,330 | $23.24 | |
| 25th | $52,190 | $25.09 | |
| Median | $60,760 | $29.21 | |
| 75th | $72,520 | $34.87 | |
| 90th | $82,290 | $39.56 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $61,860 |
| Spokane, WA | $57,440 |
| Bellingham, WA | $57,090 |
| Kennewick, WA | $51,760 |
| Portland, OR | $50,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cargo and freight agents.
| 2. New Hampshire | $67,660 |
| 3. South Dakota | $64,340 |
| 4. Nebraska | $62,500 |
| 5. Washington | $60,760 |
| 6. Rhode Island | $60,310 |
| 7. New Jersey | $60,210 |
| 8. New York | $60,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cargo and freight agent make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $29.21 ($60,760 a year).
Do cargo and freight agents make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $60,760 against $52,260 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Washington rank for cargo and freight agent pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 48 states.
Which city in Washington pays cargo and freight agents the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $61,860 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.