salary$53,390 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the Salinas, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,480per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,970per year
Jobs in the area2,140people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Salinas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,412 a month takes 54.2% 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 Salinas, CA?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Salinas, CA area is $53,390 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $38,480 and $76,970.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Salinas?
Typical rent of $2,412 a month takes 54.2% 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 Salinas, CA metro area.