What are the main factors that influence a CDL Driver-Class B's salary?

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

How does experience change A CDL Driver-Class B's salary?

A CDL Driver-Class B's salary grows with experience: a Heavy Truck Driver I (0-1 years)earns $48,514, a CDL Driver-Class B (1-3 years)earns $53,658, a Heavy Truck Driver III (3-5 years)earns $60,055, a Heavy Truck Driver IV (5-7 years)earns $66,258,

What are the highest paying states for a CDL Driver-Class B?

CDL Driver-Class B salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CDL Driver-Class B roles are District of Columbia $59,171, California $58,947, Massachusetts $58,161. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CDL Driver-Class B roles make?

Salaries for CDL Driver-Class B level roles vary by specialization: B--B Sales Representative: $61,468; CDL: $59,891; Truck Driver III (CDL-B): $55,300; Class B Cdl Truck Driver: $54,069; Cdl B Driver: $52,590.

CDL Driver-Class B Salary in Delaware

How much does a CDL Driver-Class B make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a CDL Driver-Class B in Delaware is $54,121 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a CDL Driver-Class B's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,152
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,257 to $60,418
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,829

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CDL Driver-Class B Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,418	$5,035	$1,162	$29
Average	$54,121	$4,510	$1,041	$26
25th Percentile	$49,257	$4,105	$947	$24

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Key Factors That Influence CDL Driver-Class B Salaries

A CDL Driver-Class B'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 CDL Driver-Class B 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 CDL Driver-Class Bs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,171.
California: $58,947.
Massachusetts: $58,161.

District of Columbia $59,171 California $58,947 Massachusetts $58,161 Washington $57,947 New Jersey $57,926 Alaska $57,851 Connecticut $57,114 New York $56,815

Hawaii $55,858 Rhode Island $55,409 Maryland $55,104 Minnesota $54,688 Colorado $54,527 Illinois $54,474 Oregon $54,271 Delaware $54,121

New Hampshire $54,027 Virginia $53,816 Pennsylvania $53,202 Nevada $52,892 North Dakota $52,790 Michigan $52,630 Wisconsin $52,571 Vermont $52,454

Texas $52,128 Maine $52,106 Arizona $52,074 Ohio $52,037 Georgia $51,545 Indiana $51,299 Wyoming $51,251 Utah $51,176

Iowa $51,144 Kansas $50,888 Louisiana $50,813 North Carolina $50,786 Missouri $50,776 Florida $50,567 Montana $50,455 Nebraska $50,348

Kentucky $50,289 South Carolina $50,075 Tennessee $49,942 Idaho $49,888 New Mexico $49,498 Oklahoma $49,413 Alabama $49,097 South Dakota $48,568

Arkansas $48,280 West Virginia $48,125 Mississippi $47,660

Top Paying Cities for CDL Driver-Class Bs

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: $53,877
Little Creek: $54,272
Magnolia: $54,194

Lincoln, DE $53,877 Little Creek, DE $54,272 Magnolia, DE $54,194 Milford, DE $54,014 Marydel, DE $54,103 Millsboro, DE $53,651 Millville, DE $53,734 Milton, DE $53,827

Nassau, DE $53,866 Ocean View, DE $53,725 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,828 Seaford, DE $53,859 Selbyville, DE $53,636 Smyrna, DE $54,309 Viola, DE $54,059 Woodside, DE $54,204

Bear, DE $54,079 Newark, DE $54,059 Claymont, DE $54,170 Delaware City, DE $54,113 Hockessin, DE $54,054 Kirkwood, DE $54,103 Middletown, DE $54,124 Montchanin, DE $54,067

New Castle, DE $54,075 Odessa, DE $54,150 Port Penn, DE $54,187 Rockland, DE $54,072 Saint Georges, DE $54,107 Townsend, DE $54,190 Winterthur, DE $54,078 Lewes, DE $53,848

Wilmington, DE $54,057 Dover, DE $54,272 Dover Afb, DE $53,986 Bethany Beach, DE $53,668 Bethel, DE $53,724 Bridgeville, DE $53,851 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,119 Cheswold, DE $54,254

Clayton, DE $54,256 Dagsboro, DE $53,631 Delmar, DE $53,545 Ellendale, DE $53,707 Felton, DE $54,010 Fenwick Island, DE $53,643 Frankford, DE $53,549 Frederica, DE $54,063

Georgetown, DE $53,611 Greenwood, DE $53,859 Harbeson, DE $53,668 Harrington, DE $53,941 Hartly, DE $54,109 Houston, DE $53,864 Kenton, DE $54,258 Laurel, DE $53,579

Yorklyn, DE $54,070

CDL Driver-Class B Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CDL Driver-Class B'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 June 01, 2026

$49,257

Average $54,121/year

$60,418

$4,105

Average $4,510/month

$5,035

$947

Average $1,041/week

$1,162

$24

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,418	$5,035	$1,162	$29
Average	$54,121	$4,510	$1,041	$26
25th Percentile	$49,257	$4,105	$947	$24

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