Light Truck Drivers Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $39,310 -10.9% vs national
Median hourly $18.90
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $76,850
Employed locally 1,130
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $39,310
    75th
    $47,130
    90th
    $76,850

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,060
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,460
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $49,500
    Bus Drivers, School $48,180
    Driver/Sales Workers $31,630
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $48,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in South Illinois is $18.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in South Illinois is 10.9% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.