Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in West Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,930 -16.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.72
10th percentile $32,640
90th percentile $50,860
Employed locally 650
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,640
    25th
    $35,690
    50th (median)
    $38,930
    75th
    $46,460
    90th
    $50,860

    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 West Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$36,120
    Stockers and Order Fillers$34,260
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$47,020
    Bus Drivers, School$41,380
    Light Truck Drivers$34,310
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$30,900

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in West Tennessee is $18.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in West Tennessee is 16.1% 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 West Tennessee?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $32,640 per year in West Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,690.