SOC 53-3032 · Georgia (Atlanta metro) · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Georgia is $55,152 per year ($26.52/hr). This is 4% lower than the national median of $57,450. The middle 50% earn between $45,347 and $62,899 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $75,659.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $17.84 | $37,101 | -4.0% |
| P25 | $21.80 | $45,347 | -4.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $26.52 | $55,152 | -4.0% |
| P75 | $30.24 | $62,899 | -4.0% |
| P90 | $36.37 | $75,659 | -4.0% |
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 Georgia is approximately $55,152, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 4% lower than the national median of $57,450.
Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers (10th percentile) in Georgia earn approximately $37,101 per year. The 25th percentile is $45,347. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $75,659.
Georgia pays 4% lower than the national average. The national P50 is $57,450 vs $55,152 in Georgia. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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