salary$58,900 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Cedar Rapids, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,250per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,550per year
Jobs in the area3,030people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Cedar Rapids?
OK. Rent of $1,168 a month takes 23.8% of the median truck driver salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a truck driver make in Cedar Rapids, IA?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Cedar Rapids, IA area is $58,900 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $44,250 and $77,550.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Cedar Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,168 a month takes 23.8% of the median truck driver salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Cedar Rapids, IA metro area.