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Entry level truck driver salary in United States, 2026

How much does an Entry Level Truck Driver make in the United States?

Average base salary

$82,474
Average $82,474
Low $71,335
High $95,353

The average salary for a entry level truck driver is $82,474 per year in the United States. 935 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 12, 2026).

Entry Level Truck Driver job openings in United States

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Flatbed Entry Level CDL Class ...
Overhaul Carriers
Kingman, AZ
$1,275 - $1,375 a week
Full-time
16 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Entry Level Truck Driver in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Core-Mark International, Inc.
 
$100,000per year
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A. Duie Pyle, INC.
 
$95,000per year
Messer
 
$92,514per year
Messer
 
$90,733per year
TeamViewer
 
$85,000per year
REVO
 
$85,000per year

Highest paying cities for Entry Level Truck Drivers near United States

  1. Elmira, NY
    $95,000 per year
  2. Troutdale, OR
    $84,853 per year
  3. Denver, CO
    $77,847 per year

Where can an Entry Level Truck Driver earn more?

Compare salaries for Entry Level Truck Drivers in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Entry Level Truck Driver get paid in United States?

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