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Delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.

The median salary for Delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers in the United States is $38,770 per year, about $19 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $30,200 and $49,000 a year.

Median annual salary
$38,770
~$19/hr · ~$3,231/mo
Total US jobs
1.5M
Much faster than average
Education
High school diploma
Growth: +8%

Salary range

10th %ile
$22,590
25th %ile
$30,200
Median
$38,770
75th %ile
$49,000
90th %ile
$59,980

Highest-paying US metros for Delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers

MetroLocal salary
Dubuque, IA$53,910
Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL$48,190
St. Cloud, MN$47,210
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL$46,940
Laredo, TX$45,750
Bay City, MI$48,340
Rapid City, SD$46,780
Topeka, KS$46,320
Montgomery, AL$46,300
Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA$44,920

Frequently asked questions

How much do Delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers make in the US?

The median salary is $38,770 per year (about $19 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $30,200 and $49,000 a year.

How much do Delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers make per hour?

About $19 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $38,770 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)