salary$63,810 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Boulder, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,490per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,340per year
Jobs in the area650people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Boulder?
Expensive. Rent of $2,220 a month takes 41.7% 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 Boulder, CO?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Boulder, CO area is $63,810 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $48,490 and $77,340.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Boulder?
Typical rent of $2,220 a month takes 41.7% 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 Boulder, CO metro area.