Light Truck Drivers Salary in South Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,590 -17.1% vs national
Median hourly $17.59
10th percentile $21,880
90th percentile $57,790
Employed locally 1,210
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,880
    25th
    $27,060
    50th (median)
    $36,590
    75th
    $46,240
    90th
    $57,790

    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 South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$35,920
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$35,240
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$48,780
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$47,760
    Bus Drivers, School$37,790
    Driver/Sales Workers$24,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in South Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in South Central Kentucky is $17.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.30 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Kentucky above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in South Central Kentucky is 17.1% 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 South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $21,880 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,060.