Light Truck Drivers Salary in Central North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $32,880 -25.5% vs national
Median hourly $15.81
10th percentile $22,690
90th percentile $49,230
Employed locally 1,270
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,690
    25th
    $23,430
    50th (median)
    $32,880
    75th
    $39,090
    90th
    $49,230

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $33,220
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $34,860
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $47,820
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $39,870
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $34,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $57,100

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Central North Carolina is $15.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Central North Carolina is 25.5% 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 Central North Carolina?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $22,690 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,430.