Light Truck Drivers Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $39,090 -11.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.79
10th percentile $26,930
90th percentile $92,380
Employed locally 300
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,930
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $39,090
    75th
    $48,470
    90th
    $92,380

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $52,200
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $43,220
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,060
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $46,350
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $37,330
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $44,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Northeast Nebraska is $18.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.09 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Northeast Nebraska is 11.4% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $26,930 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.