Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $52,120 | $57,715 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.06 | $27.75 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $58,694.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in Alabama is $52,120, or about $25.06 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. Alabama is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 36,650 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $52,120, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.