salary$60,720 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,960per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,130per year
Jobs in the area4,830people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Albany?
Expensive. Rent of $1,656 a month takes 32.7% of the median truck driver salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a truck driver make in Albany, NY?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area is $60,720 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $46,960 and $80,130.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Albany?
Typical rent of $1,656 a month takes 32.7% of the median truck driver salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area.