salary$51,290 a year$25 an hour · median pay in the Tyler, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,680per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,630per year
Jobs in the area1,490people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Tyler?
Expensive. Rent of $1,389 a month takes 32.5% 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 Tyler, TX?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Tyler, TX area is $51,290 a year ($25 an hour). Most earn between $38,680 and $71,630.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Tyler?
Typical rent of $1,389 a month takes 32.5% 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 Tyler, TX metro area.