Driver/Sales Workers Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,540 +1.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.05
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $50,470
Employed locally 420
National median $37,130

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $31,350
    50th (median)
    $37,540
    75th
    $45,710
    90th
    $50,470

    Top-paying metros for Driver/Sales Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $55,200
    Yuba City, CA $51,200
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $49,590
    Merced, CA $49,290
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $49,140
    Fargo, ND-MN $48,920

    Related occupations in Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $38,510
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $57,290
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,280
    Bus Drivers, School $47,780
    Light Truck Drivers $40,470
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $54,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Driver/Sales Workers make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Driver/Sales Workers in Southwest New York is $18.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.22 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Driver/Sales Workers salaries?

    The median Driver/Sales Workers salary in Southwest New York is 1.1% above the national median of $37,130. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Driver/Sales Workers in Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Driver/Sales Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,350.