Light Truck Drivers Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $40,560 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $19.50
10th percentile $31,690
90th percentile $62,270
Employed locally 380
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,690
    25th
    $36,930
    50th (median)
    $40,560
    75th
    $47,490
    90th
    $62,270

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $37,790
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $57,840
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,910
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $51,140
    Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants $32,190
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $35,480

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Eastern Oregon is $19.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.31 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Eastern Oregon is 8.1% 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $31,690 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,930.