Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,570 +5.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.12
10th percentile $45,860
90th percentile $89,400
Employed locally 1,830
National median $57,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,860
    25th
    $53,090
    50th (median)
    $60,570
    75th
    $74,580
    90th
    $89,400

    Top-paying metros for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lincoln, NE $92,890
    Fairbanks-College, AK $73,540
    Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area $73,500
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $69,290
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $65,540
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $65,220

    Related occupations in Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $39,410
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,650
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $34,520
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $44,530
    Light Truck Drivers $43,360
    Bus Drivers, School $51,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Eastern Washington is $29.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.22 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary in Eastern Washington is 5.4% above the national median of $57,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $45,860 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,090.