Light Truck Drivers Salary in Central Missouri

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

Median annual salary $41,310 -6.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.86
10th percentile $27,060
90th percentile $93,930
Employed locally 1,000
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,060
    25th
    $30,920
    50th (median)
    $41,310
    75th
    $56,030
    90th
    $93,930

    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 Central Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $34,170
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,050
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $48,980
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $44,800
    Bus Drivers, School $43,510
    Driver/Sales Workers $34,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Central Missouri is $19.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.51 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Central Missouri is 6.4% 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 Central Missouri?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $27,060 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,920.