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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in Florida
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in Florida?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$50,640
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.3% vs 2024
$54,850
Mean Salary
$50,640
Median Salary
$24.35
Hourly Rate
112,920 people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary by percentile in Florida
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida earn a median salary of $50,640 per year ($4,220/month).
This is 13.0% below the national average of $58,233.
Florida ranks #48 out of 51 states for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers pay.
Approximately 112,920 people work in this occupation across Florida.
Salaries increased by 1.3% 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 Florida
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida range from $37,700 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $74,330 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,500 and $62,380.
Median $50,640
P10: $37,700P25: $45,500P75: $62,380P90: $74,330
10th
$37,700
25th
$45,500
Median
$50,640
75th
$62,380
90th
$74,330
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,700
$18.12
$3,141
25th Percentile
$45,500
$21.88
$3,791
Median (50th)
$50,640
$24.35
$4,220
75th Percentile
$62,380
$29.99
$5,198
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$74,330
$35.74
$6,194
Note: The mean (average) salary of $54,850 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#48
Florida ranks #48 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 Florida?
The median annual salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida is $50,640 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $54,850.
What is the salary range for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida?
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida range from $37,700 at the 10th percentile to $74,330 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,500 and $62,380.
What is the starting salary for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida?
Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers positions in Florida typically start around $37,700 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,500 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 112,920 people are employed as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida.
What is the hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Florida is approximately $24.35 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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