salary$56,070 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Springfield, MO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,110per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,830per year
Jobs in the area6,790people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Springfield?
OK. Rent of $1,169 a month takes 25.0% 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 Springfield, MO?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Springfield, MO area is $56,070 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $38,110 and $80,830.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Springfield?
Typical rent of $1,169 a month takes 25.0% 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 Springfield, MO metro area.