What are the main factors that influence a Ltl Driver's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Ltl Driver's salary?

A Ltl Driver's salary grows with experience: an Ltl Driver (0-0 years)earns $59,555, an Asst. Professor - Special Education (0-0 years)earns $67,814, an Assoc. Professor - Special Education (0-0 years)earns $82,904, a Professor - Special Education (0-0 years)earns $105,816,

What are the highest paying states for a Ltl Driver?

Ltl Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ltl Driver roles are District of Columbia $63,144, California $62,904, Massachusetts $62,066. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ltl Driver roles make?

Salaries for Ltl Driver level roles vary by specialization: LTL Terminal Manager: $60,238; Driver/Sales Representative: $57,623; PeopleMover Driver: $50,904; Tanker Truck Driver: $48,022; LTL Representative: $43,324.

Ltl Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Ltl Driver make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Ltl Driver in Delaware is $57,755 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Ltl Driver's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,409
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,115 to $65,425
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,248

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Ltl Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,425	$5,452	$1,258	$31
Average	$57,755	$4,813	$1,111	$28
25th Percentile	$49,115	$4,093	$945	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Ltl Driver Salaries

A Ltl Driver'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 Do Ltl Driver 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 Ltl Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,144.
California: $62,904.
Massachusetts: $62,066.

District of Columbia $63,144 California $62,904 Massachusetts $62,066 Washington $61,838 New Jersey $61,815 Alaska $61,735 Connecticut $60,948 New York $60,629

Hawaii $59,608 Rhode Island $59,129 Maryland $58,804 Minnesota $58,359 Colorado $58,188 Illinois $58,131 Oregon $57,914 Delaware $57,755

New Hampshire $57,654 Virginia $57,430 Pennsylvania $56,774 Nevada $56,443 North Dakota $56,335 Michigan $56,163 Wisconsin $56,101 Vermont $55,975

Texas $55,627 Maine $55,605 Arizona $55,570 Ohio $55,530 Georgia $55,006 Indiana $54,743 Wyoming $54,692 Utah $54,612

Iowa $54,578 Kansas $54,304 Louisiana $54,224 North Carolina $54,196 Missouri $54,184 Florida $53,962 Montana $53,842 Nebraska $53,728

Kentucky $53,666 South Carolina $53,437 Tennessee $53,295 Idaho $53,238 New Mexico $52,821 Oklahoma $52,730 Alabama $52,394 South Dakota $51,829

Arkansas $51,521 West Virginia $51,356 Mississippi $50,860

Top Paying Cities for Ltl Drivers

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:

Lincoln: $57,495
Little Creek: $57,915
Magnolia: $57,832

Lincoln, DE $57,495 Little Creek, DE $57,915 Magnolia, DE $57,832 Milford, DE $57,641 Marydel, DE $57,735 Millsboro, DE $57,253 Millville, DE $57,342 Milton, DE $57,441

Nassau, DE $57,483 Ocean View, DE $57,332 Rehoboth Beach, DE $57,442 Seaford, DE $57,475 Selbyville, DE $57,237 Smyrna, DE $57,955 Viola, DE $57,688 Woodside, DE $57,844

Bear, DE $57,710 Newark, DE $57,688 Claymont, DE $57,806 Delaware City, DE $57,746 Hockessin, DE $57,683 Kirkwood, DE $57,735 Middletown, DE $57,757 Montchanin, DE $57,696

New Castle, DE $57,705 Odessa, DE $57,786 Port Penn, DE $57,825 Rockland, DE $57,702 Saint Georges, DE $57,739 Townsend, DE $57,828 Winterthur, DE $57,709 Lewes, DE $57,463

Wilmington, DE $57,686 Dover, DE $57,915 Dover Afb, DE $57,610 Bethany Beach, DE $57,272 Bethel, DE $57,331 Bridgeville, DE $57,466 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,752 Cheswold, DE $57,897

Clayton, DE $57,898 Dagsboro, DE $57,232 Delmar, DE $57,140 Ellendale, DE $57,313 Felton, DE $57,636 Fenwick Island, DE $57,244 Frankford, DE $57,144 Frederica, DE $57,693

Georgetown, DE $57,210 Greenwood, DE $57,475 Harbeson, DE $57,271 Harrington, DE $57,563 Hartly, DE $57,742 Houston, DE $57,481 Kenton, DE $57,901 Laurel, DE $57,176

Yorklyn, DE $57,700

Ltl Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Ltl Driver roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 0% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Ltl Driver positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Ltl Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Ltl Driver

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$63,530	$31.0	10%

Ltl Driver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Ltl Driver'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$49,115

Average $57,755/year

$65,425

$4,093

Average $4,813/month

$5,452

$945

Average $1,111/week

$1,258

$24

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,425	$5,452	$1,258	$31
Average	$57,755	$4,813	$1,111	$28
25th Percentile	$49,115	$4,093	$945	$24

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