Light Truck Drivers Salary in East Georgia

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

Median annual salary $38,910 -11.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.71
10th percentile $22,910
90th percentile $89,020
Employed locally 550
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,910
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $38,910
    75th
    $51,980
    90th
    $89,020

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $33,400
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $48,950
    Stockers and Order Fillers $31,260
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $44,690
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $27,870
    Bus Drivers, School $37,020

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in East Georgia is $18.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.87 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in East Georgia is 11.8% 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 Georgia?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $22,910 per year in East Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.