Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $56,860 | $57,715 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.34 | $27.75 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $56,241.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Truck Driver in Virginia is $56,860, or about $27.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Truck Drivers is $57,715. Virginia is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level truck drivers in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 48,750 truck driver jobs on record and a median salary of $56,860, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.