salary$59,820 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,870per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,540per year
Jobs in the area20,430people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Arlington?
Expensive. Rent of $2,666 a month takes 53.5% 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 Arlington, VA?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area is $59,820 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $44,870 and $82,540.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Arlington?
Typical rent of $2,666 a month takes 53.5% 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 Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area.