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Light Truck Drivers Salary in New York
Ranked #16 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of light truck driverss in New York earn between $34,070 and $72,890. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean light truck drivers salary in New York is $50,330, about 3.2% above the U.S. average ($48,770). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $47,440 | $52,480 | 58,140 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $45,590 | $47,790 | 2,110 |
| Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area | $45,110 | $47,890 | 1,060 |
| Syracuse, NY | $44,200 | $47,500 | 2,710 |
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $43,800 | $45,500 | 770 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $42,640 | $45,280 | 4,260 |
| Elmira, NY | $42,220 | $43,070 | 300 |
| Rochester, NY | $42,090 | $45,480 | 3,360 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do light truck drivers make in New York?
The median light truck drivers salary in New York is $46,330 per year (mean $50,330), and about 80% earn between $34,070 and $72,890.
How much do light truck drivers make per hour in New York?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $50,330 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for light truck drivers?
New York ranks #16 of 51 states for light truck drivers pay. Its mean salary of $50,330 is about 3.2% above the U.S. average of $48,770.
Which metro areas in New York pay light truck drivers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for light truck drivers are New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($47,440), Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY ($45,590), Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area ($45,110), by median annual wage.