salary$56,640 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Tucson, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,300per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,960per year
Jobs in the area3,820people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Tucson?
OK. Rent of $1,358 a month takes 28.8% 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 Tucson, AZ?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Tucson, AZ area is $56,640 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $39,300 and $72,960.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Tucson?
Typical rent of $1,358 a month takes 28.8% 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 Tucson, AZ metro area.