salary$58,200 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Midland, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,310per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,190per year
Jobs in the area4,540people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Midland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,887 a month takes 38.9% 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 Midland, TX?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Midland, TX area is $58,200 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $46,310 and $78,190.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Midland?
Typical rent of $1,887 a month takes 38.9% 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 Midland, TX metro area.