Light Truck Drivers Salary in Gulfport, MS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Gulfport-Biloxi, MS

Median annual salary $46,110 +4.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.17
10th percentile $27,000
90th percentile $92,720
Employed locally 920
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,000
    25th
    $34,040
    50th (median)
    $46,110
    75th
    $76,160
    90th
    $92,720

    Gulfport economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $61,266 2023 • Census ACS
    Light Truck Drivers salary vs area income 75% Median Light Truck Drivers salary is 25% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Gulfport?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Gulfport, MS is $22.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.10 or more per hour.

    Is Gulfport above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Gulfport, MS is 4.5% above 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 Gulfport?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $27,000 per year in Gulfport, MS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,040.