salary$48,850 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Wilmington, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,210per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,480per year
Jobs in the area1,840people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Wilmington?
Expensive. Rent of $1,730 a month takes 42.5% 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 Wilmington, NC?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Wilmington, NC area is $48,850 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $37,210 and $71,480.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Wilmington?
Typical rent of $1,730 a month takes 42.5% 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 Wilmington, NC metro area.