Light Truck Drivers Salary in North Arkansas

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

Median annual salary $36,690 -16.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.64
10th percentile $26,170
90th percentile $72,110
Employed locally 730
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,170
    25th
    $28,380
    50th (median)
    $36,690
    75th
    $45,600
    90th
    $72,110

    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 North Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $54,080
    Stockers and Order Fillers $31,200
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $34,220
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $46,040
    Bus Drivers, School $40,020
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $32,740

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in North Arkansas is $17.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.01 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in North Arkansas is 16.9% 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 North Arkansas?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $26,170 per year in North Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,380.