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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in Connecticut
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in Connecticut?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$60,490
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.0% vs 2024
$61,980
Mean Salary
$60,490
Median Salary
$29.08
Hourly Rate
15,740 people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary by percentile in Connecticut
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut earn a median salary of $60,490 per year ($5,040/month).
This is 3.9% above the national average of $58,233.
Connecticut ranks #14 out of 51 states for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers pay.
Approximately 15,740 people work in this occupation across Connecticut.
Salaries increased by 3.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.75
Operation and Control
3.75
Monitoring
3.12
Reading Comprehension
3.0
Speaking
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.02
Public Safety and Security
3.87
Customer and Personal Service
3.69
English Language
3.56
Law and Government
3.05
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(54.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut range from $47,160 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $77,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $51,590 and $69,970.
Median $60,490
P10: $47,160P25: $51,590P75: $69,970P90: $77,360
10th
$47,160
25th
$51,590
Median
$60,490
75th
$69,970
90th
$77,360
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,160
$22.67
$3,930
25th Percentile
$51,590
$24.80
$4,299
Median (50th)
$60,490
$29.08
$5,040
75th Percentile
$69,970
$33.64
$5,830
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$77,360
$37.19
$6,446
Note: The mean (average) salary of $61,980 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#14
Connecticut ranks #14 of 51 states
$58,233
National avg. for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in Connecticut?
The median annual salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut is $60,490 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $61,980.
What is the salary range for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut?
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut range from $47,160 at the 10th percentile to $77,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $51,590 and $69,970.
What is the starting salary for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut?
Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers positions in Connecticut typically start around $47,160 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $51,590 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 15,740 people are employed as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut.
What is the hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Connecticut is approximately $29.08 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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