Light Truck Drivers Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,500 +3.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.88
10th percentile $34,720
90th percentile $72,550
Employed locally 680
National median $44,140

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,720
    25th
    $38,340
    50th (median)
    $45,500
    75th
    $54,880
    90th
    $72,550

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$41,180
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$61,720
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$40,370
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$48,440
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$64,800
    Bus Drivers, School$57,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Light Truck Drivers make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Light Truck Drivers in Western Washington is $21.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.80 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Light Truck Drivers salaries?

    The median Light Truck Drivers salary in Western Washington is 3.1% above 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Light Truck Drivers (10th percentile) earn around $34,720 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,340.