Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,920 -2.6% vs national
Median hourly $26.89
10th percentile $36,360
90th percentile $73,700
Employed locally 4,230
National median $57,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,360
    25th
    $46,970
    50th (median)
    $55,920
    75th
    $61,650
    90th
    $73,700

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$38,310
    Stockers and Order Fillers$33,890
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$48,430
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$38,880
    Bus Drivers, School$48,330
    Light Truck Drivers$45,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in South Central Wisconsin is $26.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.99 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 2.6% below 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $36,360 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,970.