Light Truck Drivers Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,590 -5.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.00
10th percentile $26,390
90th percentile $91,690
Employed locally 1,180
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,390
    25th
    $34,540
    50th (median)
    $41,590
    75th
    $47,010
    90th
    $91,690

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$35,890
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$57,990
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$36,670
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$49,170
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment$44,450
    Driver/Sales Workers$31,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Southern Ohio is $20.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.38 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Southern Ohio is 5.8% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $26,390 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,540.