Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Kentucky | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $56,340 | $57,715 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.09 | $27.75 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,461.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in Kentucky is $56,340, or about $27.09 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. Kentucky is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in Kentucky typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 31,760 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $56,340, Kentucky offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.