Cargo and Freight Agents pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for cargo and freight agents is $23.25 an hour ($48,370 a year). About 660 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($52,260). Iowa ranks 40th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for cargo and freight agents in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.56 | $38,610 |
| 25% of workers | $21.27 | $44,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.25 | $48,370 |
| 75% of workers | $29.51 | $61,380 |
| 90% of workers | $36.20 | $75,300 |
Cargo and Freight Agents pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $64,580 | 60 |
| Cedar Rapids | $59,570 | 60 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $44,240 | 350 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for cargo and freight agents
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 9,000 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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