Light Truck Drivers Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $21.57

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$14.81
25th$17.92
Median$21.57
75th$25.15
90th$38.61

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do light truck drivers make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $21.57; the mean hourly wage is $23.45.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for light truck drivers?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $14.81 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for light truck drivers?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $38.61 per hour.