Driver Salary
The short answer
The median pay for light truck drivers in the U.S. was $44,860 a year ($21.57 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $30,800 and $80,310.
Pay range
- Lower pay (10% earn less)
- $30,800
- Middle (median)
- $44,860
- Higher pay (10% earn more)
- $80,310
- Median per hour
- $21.57
Government category: Light Truck Drivers. National figures for May 2025; pay in your area may be higher or lower.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a driver make?
The median pay for light truck drivers in the U.S. was $44,860 a year ($21.57 an hour) in May 2025, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Most earned between $30,800 and $80,310.
Can I earn this working part-time?
The figures above are for all workers, most of them full-time. Part-time pay is usually quoted per hour; the median hourly wage was $21.57. Check each listing for its exact pay and hours.