salary$49,980 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Fayetteville, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,380per year
Top pay (top 10%)$65,380per year
Jobs in the area1,400people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Fayetteville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,530 a month takes 36.7% 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 Fayetteville, NC?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Fayetteville, NC area is $49,980 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $39,380 and $65,380.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Fayetteville?
Typical rent of $1,530 a month takes 36.7% 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 Fayetteville, NC metro area.