Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,760 +0.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.48
10th percentile $32,850
90th percentile $52,050
Employed locally 1,360
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,850
    25th
    $37,740
    50th (median)
    $46,760
    75th
    $52,050
    90th
    $52,050

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,930
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $47,550
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $35,510
    Light Truck Drivers $36,200
    Bus Drivers, School $34,900
    Driver/Sales Workers $30,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Western North Carolina is $22.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.92 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Western North Carolina is 0.8% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $32,850 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,740.