Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Role Overview
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers’ license. Includes tow truck drivers. Excludes “Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors” (53-7081).
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $64,890 |
| New Jersey | $64,720 |
| Washington | $63,760 |
| District of Columbia | $63,610 |
| Oregon | $61,180 |
| Minnesota | $61,090 |
| Nevada | $60,900 |
| Massachusetts | $60,630 |
| New York | $60,520 |
| Wyoming | $60,270 |
| Colorado | $60,260 |
| Indiana | $60,090 |
| California | $59,950 |
| Illinois | $59,790 |
| Rhode Island | $59,710 |
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Median Annual Salary
$57,440
Projected Growth (10yr)
+4.0%
Avg. annual openings
237.6k
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