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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in Nevada
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in Nevada?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62,290
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.3% vs 2024
$65,010
Mean Salary
$62,290
Median Salary
$29.95
Hourly Rate
15,010 people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary by percentile in Nevada
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada earn a median salary of $62,290 per year ($5,190/month).
This is 7.0% above the national average of $58,233.
Nevada ranks #6 out of 51 states for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers pay.
Approximately 15,010 people work in this occupation across Nevada.
Salaries increased by 2.3% 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 Nevada
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada range from $45,860 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $83,090 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $52,420 and $75,890.
Median $62,290
P10: $45,860P25: $52,420P75: $75,890P90: $83,090
10th
$45,860
25th
$52,420
Median
$62,290
75th
$75,890
90th
$83,090
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,860
$22.05
$3,821
25th Percentile
$52,420
$25.20
$4,368
Median (50th)
$62,290
$29.95
$5,190
75th Percentile
$75,890
$36.49
$6,324
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$83,090
$39.95
$6,924
Note: The mean (average) salary of $65,010 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#6
Nevada ranks #6 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 Nevada?
The median annual salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada is $62,290 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $65,010.
What is the salary range for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada?
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada range from $45,860 at the 10th percentile to $83,090 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $52,420 and $75,890.
What is the starting salary for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada?
Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers positions in Nevada typically start around $45,860 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $52,420 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 15,010 people are employed as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada.
What is the hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Nevada is approximately $29.95 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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