Temp and flexible package handler positions in Houston pay $16.00-$20.93/hr — 5% below the national average, with a cost of living 9% below the U.S. baseline.
$16-$21
Per Hour
$739
Weekly (40hrs)
91
Cost Index
CST
Time Zone
Top Industries in Houston
Monthly Costs
Package Handlers in Houston earn $16.00-$20.93/hr, below the national average.
Package Handlers load and unload packages at shipping facilities, sort items by destination, and ensure packages move efficiently through the shipping process.
Most package handler positions in Houston are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.
Calculated for Package Handler in Houston
Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.
Based on avg Package Handler rate of $18.46/hr at 40 hrs/wk.
Package Handler
0-1 years
Senior Handler
1-2 years
Sort Supervisor
2-4 years
Operations Manager
4+ years
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