salary$59,100 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Knoxville, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,040per year
Jobs in the area8,130people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Knoxville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,544 a month takes 31.4% 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 Knoxville, TN?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Knoxville, TN area is $59,100 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $39,670 and $79,040.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Knoxville?
Typical rent of $1,544 a month takes 31.4% 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 Knoxville, TN metro area.