salary$55,570 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Evansville, IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,820per year
Jobs in the area1,750people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Evansville?
OK. Rent of $1,115 a month takes 24.1% 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 Evansville, IN?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Evansville, IN area is $55,570 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $37,670 and $75,820.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Evansville?
Typical rent of $1,115 a month takes 24.1% 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 Evansville, IN metro area.