Light Truck Drivers Salary in Eastern Washington

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

Median annual salary $43,360 -1.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.84
10th percentile $35,150
90th percentile $57,810
Employed locally 560
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,150
    25th
    $38,340
    50th (median)
    $43,360
    75th
    $48,900
    90th
    $57,810

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$60,570
    Stockers and Order Fillers$39,410
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$38,650
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$34,520
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$44,530
    Bus Drivers, School$51,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Eastern Washington is $20.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.56 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Eastern Washington is 1.8% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $35,150 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,340.