Light Truck Drivers Salary in South Florida

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

Median annual salary $39,530 -10.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.01
10th percentile $28,180
90th percentile $55,400
Employed locally 380
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,180
    25th
    $33,400
    50th (median)
    $39,530
    75th
    $46,660
    90th
    $55,400

    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 Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $38,790
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $48,980
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $35,970
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $61,400
    Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels $60,900
    Driver/Sales Workers $27,440

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in South Florida is $19.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.96 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in South Florida is 10.4% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $28,180 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,400.