salary$48,400 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Las Cruces, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,770per year
Top pay (top 10%)$63,790per year
Jobs in the area810people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Las Cruces?
Expensive. Rent of $1,267 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 Las Cruces, NM?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Las Cruces, NM area is $48,400 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $37,770 and $63,790.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Las Cruces?
Typical rent of $1,267 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 Las Cruces, NM metro area.