Light Truck Drivers Salary in Bakersfield, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bakersfield-Delano, CA

Median annual salary $41,960 -4.9% vs national
Median hourly $20.17
10th percentile $33,580
90th percentile $63,200
Employed locally 1,580
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,580
    25th
    $36,140
    50th (median)
    $41,960
    75th
    $48,750
    90th
    $63,200

    Bakersfield economic context

    Unemployment rate 8.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,660 2023 • Census ACS
    Light Truck Drivers salary vs area income 62% Median Light Truck Drivers salary is 38% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Bakersfield, CA is $20.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.17 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Bakersfield, CA is 4.9% 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 Bakersfield?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $33,580 per year in Bakersfield, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,140.