Cargo and Freight Agents pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for cargo and freight agents is $28.20 an hour ($58,650 a year). About 1,380 people work in this job there.
That is 12% higher than the U.S. median ($52,260). Minnesota ranks 12th of 48 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for cargo and freight agents in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.50 | $46,790 |
| 25% of workers | $23.10 | $48,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.20 | $58,650 |
| 75% of workers | $30.26 | $62,930 |
| 90% of workers | $35.81 | $74,480 |
Cargo and Freight Agents pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $59,560 | 1,130 |
| St. Cloud | $55,350 | 80 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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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| Compliance Officers | $85,920 |
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