Light Truck Driver III Salary in the United States
How much does a Light Truck Driver III make in the United States?
As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Light Truck Driver III in the United States is $55,212 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.
However, a Light Truck Driver III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,665
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,478 to $61,207
Key Factors That Influence Light Truck Driver III Salaries
A Light Truck Driver III's salary isn't a fixed number.
It's shaped by several important factors.
Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
How Experience Level Affects Light Truck Driver Salaries?
Experience is a primary driver of a Light Truck Driver III's salary.
As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases.
Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
Light Truck Driver I (0-1 years): $43,497
Light Truck Driver II (1-3 years): $48,339
Light Truck Driver III (3-5 years): $55,212
Job Role
Years of Experience
Average Salary
Light Truck Driver I
0-1 years
$43,497
Light Truck Driver II
1-3 years
$48,339
Light Truck Driver III
3-5 years
$55,212
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What Am I Worth?
How Do Light Truck Driver III Salaries Vary from State to State?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work.
States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors
often pay more to attract Light Truck Driver IIIs.
For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities.
Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay.
Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
San Jose: $69,639
San Francisco: $68,876
Oakland: $67,425
San Jose, CA$69,639
San Francisco, CA$68,876
Oakland, CA$67,425
New York, NY$63,571
Paramus, NJ$62,798
Queens Village, NY$62,795
Passaic, NJ$62,742
Bergenfield, NJ$62,737
Stamford, CT$62,616
Huntington, NY$62,593
Newark, NJ$62,185
Bridgeport, CT$62,069
Vallejo, CA$61,959
New Brunswick, NJ$61,937
Petaluma, CA$61,904
Middlesex, NJ$61,799
Somerset, NJ$61,760
Santa Cruz, CA$61,688
Boston, MA$61,352
Monterey, CA$61,158
Seattle, WA$61,031
Santa Rosa, CA$61,020
Los Angeles, CA$61,004
Juneau, AK$60,860
Washington, DC$60,799
Orange, CA$60,603
Santa Ana, CA$60,457
Long Beach, CA$60,402
Anaheim, CA$60,391
Anchorage, AK$60,363
Santa Maria, CA$60,198
Everett, WA$60,187
Danbury, CT$59,992
Bremerton, WA$59,916
Tacoma, WA$59,717
New Suffolk, NY$59,716
Sacramento, CA$59,701
Santa Barbara, CA$59,640
Trenton, NJ$59,579
San Diego, CA$59,579
Brockton, MA$59,519
Fairbanks, AK$59,383
Lompoc, CA$59,242
Lowell, MA$59,198
Ventura, CA$59,187
Nashua, NH$59,176
Stockton, CA$59,171
Modesto, CA$58,768
Poughkeepsie, NY$58,646
Olympia, WA$58,541
Kennewick, WA$58,541
New Haven, CT$58,519
Lawrence, MA$58,320
Hartford, CT$58,265
Riverside, CA$58,254
New Bedford, MA$58,199
Richland, WA$58,199
Bakersfield, CA$58,122
San Bernardino, CA$58,100
New Britain, CT$58,094
Atlantic City, NJ$58,094
New London, CT$58,072
Norwich, CT$58,055
Portsmouth, NH$58,044
Boulder, CO$57,927
Portland, OR$57,851
Worcester, MA$57,846
Minneapolis, MN$57,674
Philadelphia, PA$57,597
Honolulu, HI$57,415
Saint Paul, MN$57,388
Vineland, NJ$57,376
Providence, RI$57,216
Chicago, IL$57,056
Bellingham, WA$56,990
Springfield, MA$56,946
Baltimore, MD$56,929
Chico, CA$56,791
Pittsfield, MA$56,642
Manchester, NH$56,537
Spokane, WA$56,294
Denver, CO$56,289
Albany, NY$56,029
Troy, NY$56,007
Nassau, NY$55,948
Schenectady, NY$55,891
Wilmington, DE$55,847
Burlington, VT$55,770
Salem, OR$55,748
Portland, ME$55,576
Yakima, WA$55,521
Rochester, MN$55,350
Reno, NV$55,322
Fresno, CA$55,322
Milwaukee, WI$55,273
Detroit, MI$55,218
Ann Arbor, MI$55,208
Allentown, PA$55,201
Colorado Springs, CO$55,107
Syracuse, NY$55,079
Carson City, NV$55,079
Houston, TX$55,002
Eugene, OR$54,975
Gary, IN$54,908
Springfield, OR$54,864
Bismarck, ND$54,853
Galveston, TX$54,814
Medford, OR$54,732
Fort Collins, CO$54,710
Concord, NH$54,682
Austin, TX$54,665
Mesa, AZ$54,549
Reading, PA$54,544
Phoenix, AZ$54,538
Dallas, TX$54,522
Saint Cloud, MN$54,469
Madison, WI$54,395
Utica, NY$54,246
Rochester, NY$54,157
Des Moines, IA$54,152
Raleigh, NC$54,146
Atlanta, GA$54,064
Battle Creek, MI$54,047
Salt Lake City, UT$54,030
Lancaster, PA$53,948
Harrisburg, PA$53,870
Kansas City, MO$53,815
Champaign, IL$53,804
Kansas City, KS$53,804
Fort Worth, TX$53,799
Columbus, OH$53,789
Boca Raton, FL$53,776
Pittsburgh, PA$53,754
Richmond, VA$53,732
Indianapolis, IN$53,721
Cleveland, OH$53,716
Las Vegas, NV$53,650
Cincinnati, OH$53,650
Petersburg, VA$53,567
Huntsville, AL$53,484
Lansing, MI$53,447
Lebanon, PA$53,440
Pueblo, CO$53,434
Appleton, WI$53,418
Buffalo, NY$53,396
Dayton, OH$53,379
Racine, WI$53,368
Charlotte, NC$53,362
Saint Louis, MO$53,346
York, PA$53,313
Elkhart, IN$53,313
Gastonia, NC$53,302
Billings, MT$53,289
Beaumont, TX$53,274
Lorain, OH$53,263
Benton Harbor, MI$53,252
Toledo, OH$53,241
Binghamton, NY$53,213
Rock Hill, SC$53,208
Rockford, IL$53,180
Springfield, IL$53,158
Elyria, OH$53,153
Fargo, ND$53,153
Flagstaff, AZ$53,114
Fort Lauderdale, FL$53,081
Duluth, MN$53,048
Miami, FL$53,048
Cheyenne, WY$53,009
Grand Forks, ND$53,009
Bangor, ME$52,888
Cedar Rapids, IA$52,827
Durham, NC$52,804
Louisville, KY$52,799
Grand Rapids, MI$52,788
Hialeah, FL$52,783
Casper, WY$52,705
Scranton, PA$52,639
New Orleans, LA$52,623
Virginia Beach, VA$52,617
Akron, OH$52,589
Peoria, IL$52,518
Sarasota, FL$52,507
Nashville, TN$52,468
Omaha, NE$52,468
Green Bay, WI$52,468
Baton Rouge, LA$52,440
Charleston, SC$52,429
Jamestown, NY$52,402
Davenport, IA$52,402
Tucson, AZ$52,374
Saint Petersburg, FL$52,341
Tampa, FL$52,330
Evansville, IN$52,297
Port Arthur, TX$52,297
Bradenton, FL$52,275
Santa Fe, NM$52,175
Orlando, FL$52,076
Clearwater, FL$52,059
Canton, OH$51,943
La Crosse, WI$51,943
Albuquerque, NM$51,910
Newport News, VA$51,905
High Point, NC$51,888
Ogden, UT$51,866
Corpus Christi, TX$51,822
Norfolk, VA$51,789
Laramie, WY$51,789
Rock Island, IL$51,756
Saginaw, MI$51,745
Jacksonville, FL$51,739
Salisbury, NC$51,728
Boise, ID$51,717
Moline, IL$51,689
Fort Myers, FL$51,673
Memphis, TN$51,662
Tulsa, OK$51,634
Waterloo, IA$51,601
Spartanburg, SC$51,546
Lincoln, NE$51,518
Fort Wayne, IN$51,507
Provo, UT$51,502
Cedar Falls, IA$51,435
San Antonio, TX$51,413
Greensboro, NC$51,391
South Bend, IN$51,386
Savannah, GA$51,325
Muskegon, MI$51,303
Birmingham, AL$51,297
Winston Salem, NC$51,270
Lake Charles, LA$51,137
Anderson, IN$51,126
Lexington, KY$51,110
Augusta, GA$51,093
Greenville, SC$51,093
Lima, OH$51,049
Wichita, KS$51,043
Tuscaloosa, AL$51,043
Columbia, SC$50,994
Springfield, OH$50,983
Asheville, NC$50,894
Bloomington, IN$50,856
Knoxville, TN$50,657
Shreveport, LA$50,651
Wilmington, NC$50,580
Roanoke, VA$50,580
Topeka, KS$50,480
Frankfort, KY$50,474
Oklahoma City, OK$50,436
Chillicothe, OH$50,414
Longview, TX$50,409
Melbourne, FL$50,403
Sioux Falls, SD$50,315
Mobile, AL$50,309
Terre Haute, IN$50,287
Altoona, PA$50,254
Amarillo, TX$50,215
Killeen, TX$50,199
Fayetteville, AR$50,155
Chattanooga, TN$50,138
Sioux City, IA$50,088
Idaho Falls, ID$50,077
Lynchburg, VA$50,033
Gainesville, FL$49,961
Portsmouth, OH$49,934
Little Rock, AR$49,923
Lafayette, LA$49,901
Youngstown, OH$49,901
Daytona Beach, FL$49,867
Clarksville, TN$49,862
Pensacola, FL$49,856
Temple, TX$49,853
Hopkinsville, KY$49,691
Erie, PA$49,680
Florence, SC$49,658
Charleston, WV$49,569
Great Falls, MT$49,542
Macon, GA$49,464
Tallahassee, FL$49,459
Fayetteville, NC$49,448
Waco, TX$49,437
Helena, MT$49,398
Pine Bluff, AR$49,377
Vincennes, IN$49,310
Lubbock, TX$49,288
Alamogordo, NM$49,255
Twin Falls, ID$49,205
Rapid City, SD$49,188
Jackson, MS$49,089
Huntington, WV$49,085
Greenville, MS$49,083
Parkersburg, WV$49,027
Montgomery, AL$49,017
Wichita Falls, TX$48,962
Springfield, MO$48,962
Biloxi, MS$48,934
Monroe, LA$48,879
Johnstown, PA$48,841
Sumter, SC$48,818
Columbus, GA$48,813
Pascagoula, MS$48,708
Abilene, TX$48,708
Kingsport, TN$48,564
Albany, GA$48,564
Gulfport, MS$48,548
Alexandria, LA$48,366
Fort Smith, AR$48,228
El Paso, TX$48,079
Las Cruces, NM$47,830
Harlingen, TX$47,690
Pocatello, ID$47,681
Florence, AL$47,609
Brownsville, TX$47,598
Mcallen, TX$47,482
Dothan, AL$47,405
Columbus, MS$47,077
Altus, OK$46,820
Lawton, OK$46,715
Pierre, SD$46,516
Light Truck Driver III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise
Light Truck Driver III salary potential scales significantly with company size.
Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $61,754.
While startup companies pay approximate $52,226.
Light Truck Driver III Salary by Company Size
Company Size
Employees
Average Salary
Startup
1~50
$52,226
Growth Stage
51~500
$55,237
Established
501~5000
$59,635
Enterprise
5000+
$61,754
Light Truck Driver III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors
For Light Truck Driver III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential
by as much as 43% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries).
Data shows that the Chemicals and Financial Services
sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average.
In contrast, Light Truck Driver positions in Transportation or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay,
as these industries often view Light Truck Driver III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
The top paying industries for a Light Truck Driver III
Industry Sector
Average Annual Salary
Average Hourly Rate
Pay vs.Avg
Chemicals
$66,254
$32.0
20%
Financial Services
$63,494
$31.0
15%
Insurance
$61,837
$30.0
12%
Aerospace & Defense
$60,733
$29.0
10%
Media
$59,629
$29.0
8%
Light Truck Driver III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay
Understanding how a Light Truck Driver III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting.
Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role.
Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
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Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$47,478
Average$55,212/year
$61,207
$3,957
Average$4,601/month
$5,101
$913
Average$1,062/week
$1,177
$23
Average$27/hour
$29
Annual Salary
Monthly Pay
Weekly Pay
Hourly Wage
75th Percentile
$61,207
$5,101
$1,177
$29
Average
$55,212
$4,601
$1,062
$27
25th Percentile
$47,478
$3,957
$913
$23
Light Truck Driver III Salary Growth & Career Path
Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings.
As a Light Truck Driver III, you have the following paths for advancement.
The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles.
By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.
Light Truck Driver III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role
Estimate Salary
Projected Raise
Heavy Truck Driver IV
$66,333
20%
Truck Dispatch Supervisor
$62,122
13%
Salaries of jobs related to Light Truck Driver III
Salaries for a Light Truck Driver III can change over time,
reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy.
The median salary decreased from $54,379 in 2023
to around $53,847 in 2025,
reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy.
For a detailed analysis of Light Truck Driver III salary trends,
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Average Annual Salary of Light Truck Driver III Over Time
2022
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2023
$54,379
2024
$54,329
2025
$53,847
2026
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2027
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Average Annual Salary
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2023
$54,379
2024
$54,329
2025
$53,847
2026
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Common company salaries for Light Truck Driver III
Here are companies hiring for Light Truck Driver III and their salaries, click below for more details.
C
$128,509/per year
C R Bard Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
H
$124,697/per year
Henry Schein Canada
Biotechnology
the United States
N
$123,899/per year
Nordex Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
N
$120,416/per year
Nipro Corp
Biotechnology
the United States
E
$115,870/per year
Enovis
Biotechnology
the United States
A
$114,553/per year
Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy
Biotechnology
the United States
M
$112,110/per year
MiniMed Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
L
$111,500/per year
Labcorp Drug Development
Biotechnology
the United States
L
$110,229/per year
Life Technologies Corp
Biotechnology
the United States
Z
$106,224/per year
Zimmer Biomet
Biotechnology
the United States
P
$103,077/per year
Promontory Therapeutics
Biotechnology
the United States
S
$102,181/per year
Steris PLC
Biotechnology
the United States
G
$97,274/per year
Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd
Biotechnology
the United States
E
$94,764/per year
Endeavor BioMedicines
Biotechnology
the United States
R
$94,402/per year
Replay Holdings LLC
Biotechnology
the United States
P
$94,235/per year
Pleno Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
S
$93,666/per year
Simulaids Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
N
$88,880/per year
NOIRLab/CAS
Biotechnology
the United States
O
$86,468/per year
Onward Technology
Biotechnology
the United States
L
$84,895/per year
LED Medical Diagnostics Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
E
$84,682/per year
Eyeco Ltd
Biotechnology
the United States
P
$84,523/per year
Paerosol
Biotechnology
the United States
I
$83,525/per year
IONIQ Sciences Inc
Biotechnology
the United States
S
$82,815/per year
Stateside PPE
Biotechnology
the United States
D
$82,041/per year
Digi Bio
Biotechnology
the United States
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FAQ about Light Truck Driver III
1. Where can a Light Truck Driver III earn the most?
A Light Truck Driver III's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer.
According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Light Truck Driver III earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Light Truck Driver III is $69,639.
2. What is the highest pay for Light Truck Driver III?
The highest pay for Light Truck Driver III is $66,665.
3. What is the lowest pay for Light Truck Driver III?
The lowest pay for Light Truck Driver III is $40,437.
4. What are the responsibilities of Light Truck Driver III?
Operates a truck that transports small or light cargo to and from specified locations on time and according to schedule. Operates vehicle safely and responsibly, adhering to all DOT and company safety regulations. Conducts routine inspections prior to departure to ensure the vehicle is in optimal condition. Manages appropriate cargo documentation and provides necessary paperwork upon the delivery of goods. Coordinates the loading and unloading of the truck, verifying cargo and ensuring items are properly stored and secured. Maintains contact with dispatcher to provide status updates, clarify special instructions, and notify about delays or issues during transport. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Commercial Driver License (CDL) - Class B. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience.
5. What industry pays the highest salary for Light Truck Driver III?
The Chemicals industry offers the highest average compensation for Light Truck Driver III roles,
with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.
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