Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Eastern Washington

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

Median annual salary $44,530 -4% vs national
Median hourly $21.41
10th percentile $36,200
90th percentile $49,050
Employed locally 870
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,200
    25th
    $39,300
    50th (median)
    $44,530
    75th
    $48,070
    90th
    $49,050

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $60,570
    Stockers and Order Fillers $39,410
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,650
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $34,520
    Light Truck Drivers $43,360
    Bus Drivers, School $51,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Eastern Washington is $21.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.38 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Eastern Washington is 4% below 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $36,200 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,300.