salary$47,920 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,240per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,390per year
Jobs in the area3,250people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Augusta?
Expensive. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 36.5% 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 Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $47,920 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $37,240 and $75,390.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 36.5% 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 Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.