Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,500 -19.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.03
10th percentile $34,010
90th percentile $50,140
Employed locally 180
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,010
    25th
    $36,920
    50th (median)
    $37,500
    75th
    $43,480
    90th
    $50,140

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$36,930
    Stockers and Order Fillers$36,170
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$48,270
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$35,590
    Bus Drivers, School$48,140
    Light Truck Drivers$37,200

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Northeast Virginia is $18.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Northeast Virginia is 19.2% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $34,010 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,920.