salary$61,040 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the New Haven, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,060per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,890per year
Jobs in the area2,900people work this job
Can a truck driver afford New Haven?
Expensive. Rent of $2,010 a month takes 39.5% 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 New Haven, CT?
The median pay for a truck driver in the New Haven, CT area is $61,040 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $47,060 and $78,890.
Can a truck driver afford to live in New Haven?
Typical rent of $2,010 a month takes 39.5% 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 New Haven, CT metro area.