salary$55,840 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,040per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,560per year
Jobs in the area4,210people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Albuquerque?
Expensive. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 30.1% 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 Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Albuquerque, NM area is $55,840 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $40,040 and $71,560.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 30.1% 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 Albuquerque, NM metro area.