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Light Truck Drivers Salary in Texas
Ranked #33 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of light truck driverss in Texas earn between $28,120 and $91,280. 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 Texas is $46,950, about 3.7% below the U.S. average ($48,770). That works out to roughly $23/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TX | $47,330 | $50,900 | 540 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $45,820 | $50,530 | 6,380 |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $44,750 | $45,340 | 640 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $44,050 | $48,580 | 25,890 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $43,920 | $48,830 | 19,050 |
| Waco, TX | $42,640 | $47,920 | 660 |
| Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $42,260 | $45,960 | 490 |
| Odessa, TX | $42,160 | $44,900 | 480 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do light truck drivers make in Texas?
The median light truck drivers salary in Texas is $42,500 per year (mean $46,950), and about 80% earn between $28,120 and $91,280.
How much do light truck drivers make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $23 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $46,950 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for light truck drivers?
Texas ranks #33 of 51 states for light truck drivers pay. Its mean salary of $46,950 is about 3.7% below the U.S. average of $48,770.
Which metro areas in Texas pay light truck drivers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for light truck drivers are Midland, TX ($47,330), Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($45,820), Killeen-Temple, TX ($44,750), by median annual wage.