Light Truck Drivers Salary in Southeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,780 -28% vs national
Median hourly $15.28
10th percentile $24,490
90th percentile $49,230
Employed locally 680
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,490
    25th
    $24,630
    50th (median)
    $31,780
    75th
    $38,890
    90th
    $49,230

    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 Southeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$31,550
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$49,570
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$31,790
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$37,060
    Bus Drivers, School$16,590
    Commercial Pilots$106,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Southeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Southeast Alabama is $15.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.40 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Alabama above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Southeast Alabama is 28% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $24,490 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,630.