Light Truck Drivers Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $38,590 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $18.55
10th percentile $21,840
90th percentile $71,090
Employed locally 1,210
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,840
    25th
    $29,710
    50th (median)
    $38,590
    75th
    $50,420
    90th
    $71,090

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $37,590
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $54,950
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,580
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $47,480
    Bus Drivers, School $45,140
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $36,670

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Central Pennsylvania is $18.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 12.6% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $21,840 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,710.