salary$51,320 a year$25 an hour · median pay in the Winston-Salem, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,300per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,850per year
Jobs in the area3,480people work this job
Can a truck driver afford Winston-Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,457 a month takes 34.1% 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 Winston-Salem, NC?
The median pay for a truck driver in the Winston-Salem, NC area is $51,320 a year ($25 an hour). Most earn between $38,300 and $75,850.
Can a truck driver afford to live in Winston-Salem?
Typical rent of $1,457 a month takes 34.1% 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 Winston-Salem, NC metro area.