Light Truck Drivers pay in Salem
In Salem (OR), the median pay for light truck drivers is $22.27 an hour ($46,330 a year). About 1,090 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($44,860). It is 2% lower than the Oregon median ($47,150).
Pay range for light truck drivers in Salem (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.82 | $37,070 |
| 25% of workers | $21.61 | $44,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.27 | $46,330 |
| 75% of workers | $24.04 | $50,010 |
| 90% of workers | $33.41 | $69,500 |
Light Truck Drivers pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $47,720 | 7,340 |
| Grants Pass | $47,580 | 90 |
| Bend | $46,380 | 640 |
| Salem (this page) | $46,330 | 1,090 |
| Medford | $45,880 | 640 |
| Corvallis | $45,200 | 90 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $44,920 | 710 |
| Albany | $44,870 | 180 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Salem (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $60,580 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $47,790 |
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