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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in Ohio
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in Ohio?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$59,800
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.0% vs 2024
$60,660
Mean Salary
$59,800
Median Salary
$28.75
Hourly Rate
83,060 people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary by percentile in Ohio
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio earn a median salary of $59,800 per year ($4,983/month).
This is 2.7% above the national average of $58,233.
Ohio ranks #22 out of 51 states for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers pay.
Approximately 83,060 people work in this occupation across Ohio.
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 Ohio
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio range from $43,670 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $77,650 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $49,260 and $71,260.
Median $59,800
P10: $43,670P25: $49,260P75: $71,260P90: $77,650
10th
$43,670
25th
$49,260
Median
$59,800
75th
$71,260
90th
$77,650
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$43,670
$21.00
$3,639
25th Percentile
$49,260
$23.68
$4,105
Median (50th)
$59,800
$28.75
$4,983
75th Percentile
$71,260
$34.26
$5,938
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$77,650
$37.33
$6,470
Note: The mean (average) salary of $60,660 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#22
Ohio ranks #22 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 Ohio?
The median annual salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio is $59,800 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $60,660.
What is the salary range for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio?
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio range from $43,670 at the 10th percentile to $77,650 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $49,260 and $71,260.
What is the starting salary for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio?
Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers positions in Ohio typically start around $43,670 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $49,260 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 83,060 people are employed as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio.
What is the hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Ohio is approximately $28.75 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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