salary$50,350 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Springfield, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,150per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,810per year
Jobs in the area750people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Springfield?
Expensive. Rent of $1,264 a month takes 30.1% 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 Springfield, IL?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Springfield, IL area is $50,350 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $40,150 and $79,810.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Springfield?
Typical rent of $1,264 a month takes 30.1% 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 Springfield, IL metro area.