Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Southwest Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,470 -12.8% vs national
Median hourly $19.46
10th percentile $36,310
90th percentile $56,610
Employed locally 290
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,310
    25th
    $37,530
    50th (median)
    $40,470
    75th
    $44,420
    90th
    $56,610

    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 Southwest Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$34,630
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$36,870
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$51,190
    Bus Drivers, School$40,410
    Driver/Sales Workers$31,050
    Light Truck Drivers$35,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Southwest Missouri is $19.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.96 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Southwest Missouri is 12.8% 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 Southwest Missouri?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $36,310 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,530.