Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,230 +16.9% vs national
Median hourly $26.07
10th percentile $38,240
90th percentile $56,090
Employed locally 140
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,240
    25th
    $45,000
    50th (median)
    $54,230
    75th
    $54,230
    90th
    $56,090

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$37,740
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$44,450
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$57,170
    Bus Drivers, School$49,030
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$37,460
    Light Truck Drivers$36,940

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Connecticut is $26.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.45 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Connecticut is 16.9% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $38,240 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,000.