salary$51,280 a year$25 an hour · median pay in the Columbia, SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,750per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,990per year
Jobs in the area5,630people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Columbia?
Expensive. Rent of $1,394 a month takes 32.6% 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 Columbia, SC?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Columbia, SC area is $51,280 a year ($25 an hour). Most earn between $37,750 and $78,990.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Columbia?
Typical rent of $1,394 a month takes 32.6% 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 Columbia, SC metro area.