Light Truck Drivers Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,950 -18.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.28
10th percentile $22,950
90th percentile $94,270
Employed locally 490
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,950
    25th
    $28,860
    50th (median)
    $35,950
    75th
    $49,090
    90th
    $94,270

    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 Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $34,670
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $50,690
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $34,160
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $35,980
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $28,160
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $33,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Eastern Region of Texas is $17.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.58 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 18.6% 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 Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $22,950 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,860.