Light Truck Drivers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $43,330 -1.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.83
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $61,500
Employed locally 1,110
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $43,330
    75th
    $48,990
    90th
    $61,500

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,330
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $43,400
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $53,120
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $48,300
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $62,970
    Bus Drivers, School $44,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in East Central Illinois is $20.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.57 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in East Central Illinois is 1.8% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.