Light Truck Drivers Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,950 -9.5% vs national
Median hourly $19.21
10th percentile $30,950
90th percentile $80,040
Employed locally 460
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,950
    25th
    $35,010
    50th (median)
    $39,950
    75th
    $47,710
    90th
    $80,040

    Top-paying metros for Light Truck Drivers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $59,970
    Alaska $52,000
    Anchorage, AK $51,170
    Fairbanks-College, AK $50,370
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $50,060
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $49,780

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,870
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $49,430
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,220
    Bus Drivers, School $38,480
    Driver/Sales Workers $35,720
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $31,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Arizona is $19.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.96 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Arizona is 9.5% below the national median of $44,140. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Light Truck Drivers in Arizona?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $30,950 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,010.