salary$57,090 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,560per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,990per year
Jobs in the area7,820people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Lakeland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,676 a month takes 35.2% 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 Lakeland, FL?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area is $57,090 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $39,560 and $80,990.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Lakeland?
Typical rent of $1,676 a month takes 35.2% 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 Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro area.