Light Truck Drivers Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $45,260 +2.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.76
10th percentile $30,050
90th percentile $92,450
Employed locally 370
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,050
    25th
    $34,530
    50th (median)
    $45,260
    75th
    $56,140
    90th
    $92,450

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $58,510
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,820
    Bus Drivers, School $43,540
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,490
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $61,920
    Driver/Sales Workers $37,540

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in East-Central Montana is $21.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in East-Central Montana is 2.5% above 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $30,050 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,530.