Light Truck Drivers Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,440 +2.9% vs national
Median hourly $21.85
10th percentile $35,600
90th percentile $92,880
Employed locally 670
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,600
    25th
    $37,450
    50th (median)
    $45,440
    75th
    $53,900
    90th
    $92,880

    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 Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $37,600
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,860
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $58,890
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $59,800
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $47,860
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $35,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in North Coast Region of California is $21.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.99 or more per hour.

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in North Coast Region of California is 2.9% 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 North Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $35,600 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,450.