salary$58,330 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Modesto, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,530per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,030per year
Jobs in the area3,510people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Modesto?
Expensive. Rent of $1,988 a month takes 40.9% 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 Modesto, CA?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Modesto, CA area is $58,330 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $38,530 and $78,030.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Modesto?
Typical rent of $1,988 a month takes 40.9% 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 Modesto, CA metro area.