Light Truck Drivers Salary in Northeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,140 -20.4% vs national
Median hourly $16.89
10th percentile $24,500
90th percentile $56,010
Employed locally 810
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,500
    25th
    $28,170
    50th (median)
    $35,140
    75th
    $43,020
    90th
    $56,010

    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 Northeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $35,580
    Stockers and Order Fillers $31,170
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $49,430
    Bus Drivers, School $16,900
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $38,850
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $31,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Northeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Northeast Alabama is $16.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.71 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Alabama above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Northeast Alabama is 20.4% 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 Northeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $24,500 per year in Northeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,170.