Light Truck Drivers Salary in Eastern North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $36,450 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.52
10th percentile $23,370
90th percentile $60,820
Employed locally 1,800
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,370
    25th
    $28,170
    50th (median)
    $36,450
    75th
    $44,730
    90th
    $60,820

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $31,270
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $34,180
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $47,130
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $37,640
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $31,270
    Bus Drivers, School $35,820

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Eastern North Carolina is $17.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Eastern North Carolina is 17.4% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $23,370 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,170.