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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$56,290
Median Annual Salary
▲
+6.1% vs 2024
$57,990
Mean Salary
$56,290
Median Salary
$27.06
Hourly Rate
209,680 people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas earn a median salary of $56,290 per year ($4,690/month).
This is 3.3% below the national average of $58,233.
Texas ranks #40 out of 51 states for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers pay.
Approximately 209,680 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 6.1% 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 Texas
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas range from $38,150 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $79,400 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,680 and $64,820.
Median $56,290
P10: $38,150P25: $46,680P75: $64,820P90: $79,400
10th
$38,150
25th
$46,680
Median
$56,290
75th
$64,820
90th
$79,400
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,150
$18.34
$3,179
25th Percentile
$46,680
$22.44
$3,890
Median (50th)
$56,290
$27.06
$4,690
75th Percentile
$64,820
$31.16
$5,401
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$79,400
$38.17
$6,616
Note: The mean (average) salary of $57,990 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#40
Texas ranks #40 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 Texas?
The median annual salary for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas is $56,290 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $57,990.
What is the salary range for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas?
Salaries for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas range from $38,150 at the 10th percentile to $79,400 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,680 and $64,820.
What is the starting salary for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas?
Entry-level Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers positions in Texas typically start around $38,150 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,680 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 209,680 people are employed as Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Texas is approximately $27.06 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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