salary$63,790 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,100per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,860per year
Jobs in the area4,170people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Reno?
Expensive. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 33.5% 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 Reno, NV?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Reno, NV area is $63,790 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $47,100 and $94,860.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 33.5% 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 Reno, NV metro area.