An articulating cargo rack is disclosed, and provides for easier loading, securing, and unloading of cargo, such as building supplies, ladders, and the like. The articulating cargo rack includes a lower, frame subassembly, connected to an upper, rack subassembly pivotably connected to the frame subassembly. The rack subassembly is configured to move between a horizontal position and a slanted position, after the back end of the rack subassembly is moved with a downward and rearward motion. The slanted position facilitates easier loading of cargo on to the rack subassembly, after which it is moved back up into a horizontal and locked position. The frame subassembly is configured to be secured to the frame to a vehicle by, for example, clamps or bolts.