salary$59,900 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Rockford, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,660per year
Top pay (top 10%)$88,590per year
Jobs in the area1,690people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Rockford?
OK. Rent of $1,218 a month takes 24.4% 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 Rockford, IL?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Rockford, IL area is $59,900 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $38,660 and $88,590.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Rockford?
Typical rent of $1,218 a month takes 24.4% 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 Rockford, IL metro area.