salary$60,580 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,700per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,630per year
Jobs in the area2,170people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,690 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Salem, OR area is $60,580 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $47,700 and $77,630.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 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 Salem, OR metro area.