Light Truck Drivers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $45,760 +3.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.00
10th percentile $24,490
90th percentile $86,250
Employed locally 890
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,490
    25th
    $32,280
    50th (median)
    $45,760
    75th
    $52,970
    90th
    $86,250

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$38,310
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$55,920
    Stockers and Order Fillers$33,890
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$48,430
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$38,880
    Bus Drivers, School$48,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in South Central Wisconsin is $22.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.36 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 3.7% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $24,490 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,280.