Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $44,970 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.62
10th percentile $33,920
90th percentile $66,800
Employed locally 330
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,920
    25th
    $37,900
    50th (median)
    $44,970
    75th
    $52,780
    90th
    $66,800

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,320
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,310
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $49,960
    Light Truck Drivers $46,690
    Driver/Sales Workers $31,850
    Bus Drivers, School $46,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Maryland is $21.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.17 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Maryland is 3.1% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $33,920 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,900.