Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $47,480 +2.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.83
10th percentile $37,130
90th percentile $66,680
Employed locally 2,540
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,130
    25th
    $44,820
    50th (median)
    $47,480
    75th
    $50,270
    90th
    $66,680

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$37,590
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$54,950
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$37,580
    Light Truck Drivers$38,590
    Bus Drivers, School$45,140
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$36,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Central Pennsylvania is $22.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.13 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Central Pennsylvania is 2.3% above the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $37,130 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,820.