Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,860 +1% vs national
Median hourly $22.53
10th percentile $37,660
90th percentile $60,030
Employed locally 340
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,660
    25th
    $40,970
    50th (median)
    $46,860
    75th
    $49,880
    90th
    $60,030

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$42,340
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$42,300
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$57,100
    Light Truck Drivers$43,980
    Bus Drivers, School$46,760
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$41,360

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Northwest Minnesota is $22.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.88 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Northwest Minnesota is 1% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $37,660 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,970.