SOC 53-3032 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in California is $67,791 per year ($32.59/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $57,450. The middle 50% earn between $55,739 and $77,314 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $92,997.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $21.92 | $45,603 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $26.80 | $55,739 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $32.59 | $67,791 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $37.17 | $77,314 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $44.71 | $92,997 | +18.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in California is approximately $67,791, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $57,450.
Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $45,603 per year. The 25th percentile is $55,739. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $92,997.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $57,450 vs $67,791 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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