Light Truck Drivers pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for light truck drivers is $22.78 an hour ($47,380 a year). About 47,190 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($44,860). Illinois ranks 9th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for light truck drivers in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.93 | $33,130 |
| 25% of workers | $19.15 | $39,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.78 | $47,380 |
| 75% of workers | $28.99 | $60,290 |
| 90% of workers | $43.92 | $91,360 |
Light Truck Drivers pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rockford | $48,240 | 1,350 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $47,950 | 34,680 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $47,910 | 820 |
| Decatur | $47,660 | 680 |
| Springfield | $43,830 | 690 |
| Peoria | $43,440 | 1,160 |
| Kankakee | $42,030 | 270 |
| Bloomington | $41,410 | 410 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for light truck drivers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 107,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $60,320 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $47,720 |
| Postal Service Mail Carriers | $62,070 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $38,960 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $37,590 |
| Cargo and Freight Agents | $59,750 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $79,820 |
| Couriers and Messengers | $39,100 |
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