Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Missouri | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $54,550 | $57,715 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.23 | $27.75 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,077.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in Missouri is $54,550, or about $26.23 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. Missouri is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in Missouri typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 47,760 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $54,550, Missouri offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.