Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $51,530 | $57,715 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.77 | $27.75 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,645.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in North Carolina is $51,530, or about $24.77 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. North Carolina is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 62,400 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $51,530, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.