Light Truck Drivers pay in Madison
In Madison (WI), the median pay for light truck drivers is $22.17 an hour ($46,120 a year). About 2,550 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($44,860). It is about the same as the Wisconsin median ($45,670).
Pay range for light truck drivers in Madison (WI)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.74 | $32,740 |
| 25% of workers | $19.59 | $40,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.17 | $46,120 |
| 75% of workers | $27.64 | $57,490 |
| 90% of workers | $44.84 | $93,260 |
Light Truck Drivers pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $48,220 | 540 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $46,510 | 620 |
| Madison (this page) | $46,120 | 2,550 |
| Sheboygan | $46,040 | 320 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $45,790 | 6,350 |
| Wausau | $45,560 | 710 |
| Green Bay | $45,100 | 1,090 |
| Kenosha | $44,710 | 600 |
| Eau Claire | $44,400 | 640 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $44,180 | 350 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $43,490 | 490 |
| Appleton | $43,120 | 920 |
| Fond du Lac | $37,640 | 160 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Madison (WI)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $59,700 |
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