Light Truck Drivers Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $41,170 -6.7% vs national
Median hourly $19.79
10th percentile $26,760
90th percentile $91,290
Employed locally 510
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,760
    25th
    $29,970
    50th (median)
    $41,170
    75th
    $48,500
    90th
    $91,290

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $45,420
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $47,720
    Stockers and Order Fillers $34,630
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $47,650
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $36,580
    Bus Drivers, School $46,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in South Nebraska is $19.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.09 or more per hour.

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

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in South Nebraska is 6.7% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $26,760 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,970.