Cargo and Freight Agents Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,370 +17% vs national
Median hourly $28.06
10th percentile $38,810
90th percentile $72,060
Employed locally 50
National median $49,900

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,810
    25th
    $48,760
    50th (median)
    $58,370
    75th
    $63,870
    90th
    $72,060

    Top-paying metros for Cargo and Freight Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area $74,990
    East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area $68,400
    South Dakota $68,400
    Sioux Falls, SD-MN $67,820
    Vallejo, CA $66,350
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $63,430

    Related occupations in East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $43,690
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $45,190
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $38,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $62,460
    Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants $38,770
    Court, Municipal, and License Clerks $43,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cargo and Freight Agents make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Cargo and Freight Agents in East-Central Montana is $28.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.21 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Cargo and Freight Agents salaries?

    The median Cargo and Freight Agents salary in East-Central Montana is 17% above the national median of $49,900. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Cargo and Freight Agents in East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Cargo and Freight Agents (10th percentile) earn around $38,810 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,760.