salary$53,280 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$41,810per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,990per year
Jobs in the area2,130people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Durham?
Expensive. Rent of $1,797 a month takes 40.5% 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 Durham, NC?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area is $53,280 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $41,810 and $78,990.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Durham?
Typical rent of $1,797 a month takes 40.5% 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 Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area.