salary$63,900 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,270per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,620per year
Jobs in the area14,320people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Aurora?
Expensive. Rent of $2,087 a month takes 39.2% 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 Aurora, CO?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO area is $63,900 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $48,270 and $82,620.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Aurora?
Typical rent of $2,087 a month takes 39.2% 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 Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area.