salary$59,700 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,110per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,750per year
Jobs in the area4,160people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Madison?
Expensive. Rent of $1,723 a month takes 34.6% 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 Madison, WI?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Madison, WI area is $59,700 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $44,110 and $77,750.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 a month takes 34.6% 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 Madison, WI metro area.