salary$56,690 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Huntsville, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,240per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,160per year
Jobs in the area2,570people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Huntsville?
OK. Rent of $1,364 a month takes 28.9% 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 Huntsville, AL?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Huntsville, AL area is $56,690 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $38,240 and $78,160.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Huntsville?
Typical rent of $1,364 a month takes 28.9% 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 Huntsville, AL metro area.