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

A CDL Driver's salary grows with experience: a Heavy Truck Driver I (0-1 years)earns $49,538, a CDL Driver (1-3 years)earns $54,790, a Heavy Truck Driver III (3-5 years)earns $61,323, a Heavy Truck Driver IV (5-7 years)earns $67,656,

What are the highest paying states for a CDL Driver?

CDL Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CDL Driver roles are District of Columbia $59,015, California $58,791, Massachusetts $58,008. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CDL Driver roles make?

Salaries for CDL Driver level roles vary by specialization: Truck Driver IV (CDL-A): $66,400; Truck Driver III (CDL-A): $60,190; hazmat cdl driver: $55,993; Truck Driver II (CDL-A): $53,743; Local Cdl Driver: $53,664.

CDL Driver Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a CDL Driver make in Rhode Island?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a CDL Driver in Rhode Island is $55,263 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,547
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,297 to $61,693
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,775

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CDL Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,693	$5,141	$1,186	$30
Average	$55,263	$4,605	$1,063	$27
25th Percentile	$50,297	$4,191	$967	$24

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Key Factors That Influence CDL Driver Salaries

A CDL 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 CDL 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 CDL Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,015.
California: $58,791.
Massachusetts: $58,008.

District of Columbia $59,015 California $58,791 Massachusetts $58,008 Washington $57,795 New Jersey $57,773 Alaska $57,699 Connecticut $56,963 New York $56,665

Hawaii $55,711 Rhode Island $55,263 Maryland $54,959 Minnesota $54,543 Colorado $54,383 Illinois $54,330 Oregon $54,128 Delaware $53,978

New Hampshire $53,885 Virginia $53,675 Pennsylvania $53,062 Nevada $52,752 North Dakota $52,651 Michigan $52,491 Wisconsin $52,433 Vermont $52,315

Texas $51,990 Maine $51,969 Arizona $51,937 Ohio $51,900 Georgia $51,409 Indiana $51,164 Wyoming $51,116 Utah $51,041

Iowa $51,009 Kansas $50,754 Louisiana $50,679 North Carolina $50,652 Missouri $50,642 Florida $50,434 Montana $50,322 Nebraska $50,215

Kentucky $50,157 South Carolina $49,943 Tennessee $49,810 Idaho $49,757 New Mexico $49,368 Oklahoma $49,282 Alabama $48,968 South Dakota $48,440

Arkansas $48,152 West Virginia $47,998 Mississippi $47,534

Top Paying Cities for CDL 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:

Adamsville: $55,954
Albion: $55,481
Ashaway: $55,848

Adamsville, RI $55,954 Albion, RI $55,481 Ashaway, RI $55,848 Barrington, RI $55,335 Block Island, RI $55,643 Bradford, RI $55,814 Bristol, RI $55,548 Carolina, RI $55,722

Charlestown, RI $55,742 Chepachet, RI $55,631 Clayville, RI $55,476 Coventry, RI $55,479 West Greenwich, RI $55,632 East Greenwich, RI $55,441 Exeter, RI $55,616 Fiskeville, RI $55,334

Forestdale, RI $55,760 Foster, RI $55,602 Glendale, RI $55,764 Greene, RI $55,675 Greenville, RI $55,355 Harmony, RI $55,427 Harrisville, RI $55,740 Hope, RI $55,368

Hope Valley, RI $55,799 Hopkinton, RI $55,872 Jamestown, RI $55,686 Kenyon, RI $55,715 Little Compton, RI $55,945 Manville, RI $55,554 Mapleville, RI $55,642 Newport, RI $55,742

Middletown, RI $55,766 North Kingstown, RI $55,537 North Scituate, RI $55,427 Oakland, RI $55,702 Pascoag, RI $55,777 Pawtucket, RI $55,252 Central Falls, RI $55,277 Cumberland, RI $55,591

Lincoln, RI $55,332 Portsmouth, RI $55,736 Prudence Island, RI $55,621 Rockville, RI $55,864 Saunderstown, RI $55,652 Shannock, RI $55,718 Slatersville, RI $55,761 Slocum, RI $55,650

Tiverton, RI $55,905 Wakefield, RI $55,699 Kingston, RI $55,678 Narragansett, RI $55,715 Peace Dale, RI $55,693 Warren, RI $55,478 Warwick, RI $55,323 Westerly, RI $55,861

West Kingston, RI $55,696 West Warwick, RI $55,391 Wood River Junction, RI $55,775 Woonsocket, RI $55,763 North Smithfield, RI $55,637 Wyoming, RI $55,718 Providence, RI $55,236 Cranston, RI $55,244

North Providence, RI $55,250 East Providence, RI $55,240 Riverside, RI $55,258 Rumford, RI $55,250 Smithfield, RI $55,361 Johnston, RI $55,269

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

Understanding how a CDL 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 June 01, 2026

$50,297

Average $55,263/year

$61,693

$4,191

Average $4,605/month

$5,141

$967

Average $1,063/week

$1,186

$24

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,693	$5,141	$1,186	$30
Average	$55,263	$4,605	$1,063	$27
25th Percentile	$50,297	$4,191	$967	$24

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