salary$58,900 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Fargo, ND-MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,870per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,350per year
Jobs in the area3,570people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Fargo?
OK. Rent of $1,080 a month takes 22.0% 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 Fargo, ND?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Fargo, ND-MN area is $58,900 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $40,870 and $78,350.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Fargo?
Typical rent of $1,080 a month takes 22.0% 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 Fargo, ND-MN metro area.