salary$49,610 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Peoria, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,610per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,520per year
Jobs in the area1,760people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Peoria?
OK. Rent of $1,152 a month takes 27.9% of the median truck driver salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a truck driver make in Peoria, IL?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Peoria, IL area is $49,610 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $39,610 and $77,520.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Peoria?
Typical rent of $1,152 a month takes 27.9% of the median truck driver salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Peoria, IL metro area.