Cargo and Freight Agents

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Cargo and Freight Agents does

These agents coordinate the movement of cargo and freight, arranging transportation, tracking shipments, and handling documentation. They ensure goods reach their destinations safely and on schedule.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~4 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

• Customer Service Representatives — $44,770/yr
• Office Clerks, General — $45,010/yr
• Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive — $47,540/yr
• First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers — $69,500/yr
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks — $50,670/yr