salary$49,080 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Lubbock, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,090per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,360per year
Jobs in the area2,200people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Lubbock?
Expensive. Rent of $1,301 a month takes 31.8% 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 Lubbock, TX?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Lubbock, TX area is $49,080 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $37,090 and $80,360.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Lubbock?
Typical rent of $1,301 a month takes 31.8% 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 Lubbock, TX metro area.