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

A Driver's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,449 for beginners, reaching about $44,312 at mid-level, and approach $46,523 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Driver?

Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Driver roles are District of Columbia $45,371, California $45,198, Massachusetts $44,596. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Driver roles make?

Salaries for Driver level roles vary by specialization: Driver/Sales Representative: $56,988; PeopleMover Driver: $50,904; Tanker Truck Driver: $48,010; Forklift Driver: $42,802; Shuttle Driver II: $41,128.

Driver Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Driver make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Driver in District of Columbia is $45,371 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,179
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,644 to $49,981
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,341

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Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,981	$4,165	$961	$24
Average	$45,371	$3,781	$873	$22
25th Percentile	$40,644	$3,387	$782	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Driver Salaries

A 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 Experience Level Affects Driver Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Driver'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $43,449
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,809
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,312
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,167
Expert (over 8 years): $46,523

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Driver	$43,449
Intermediate Level Driver	$43,809
Senior Level Driver	$44,312
Specialist Level Driver	$45,167
Expert Level Driver	$46,523

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How Do 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 Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,371.
California: $45,198.
Massachusetts: $44,596.

District of Columbia $45,371 California $45,198 Massachusetts $44,596 Washington $44,432 New Jersey $44,416 Alaska $44,358 Connecticut $43,793 New York $43,563

Hawaii $42,830 Rhode Island $42,486 Maryland $42,252 Minnesota $41,932 Colorado $41,810 Illinois $41,769 Oregon $41,613 Delaware $41,498

New Hampshire $41,426 Virginia $41,265 Pennsylvania $40,793 Nevada $40,556 North Dakota $40,478 Michigan $40,355 Wisconsin $40,310 Vermont $40,220

Texas $39,970 Maine $39,953 Arizona $39,929 Ohio $39,900 Georgia $39,523 Indiana $39,334 Wyoming $39,298 Utah $39,240

Iowa $39,216 Kansas $39,019 Louisiana $38,962 North Carolina $38,941 Missouri $38,933 Florida $38,773 Montana $38,687 Nebraska $38,605

Kentucky $38,560 South Carolina $38,396 Tennessee $38,294 Idaho $38,253 New Mexico $37,954 Oklahoma $37,888 Alabama $37,646 South Dakota $37,241

Arkansas $37,019 West Virginia $36,900 Mississippi $36,544

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Parcel Return Service: $45,371
Washington: $45,371
Naval Anacost Annex: $45,371

Parcel Return Service, DC $45,371 Washington, DC $45,371 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $45,371 Washington Navy Yard, DC $45,371

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

Understanding how a 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 January 01, 2026

$40,644

Average $45,371/year

$49,981

$3,387

Average $3,781/month

$4,165

$782

Average $873/week

$961

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,981	$4,165	$961	$24
Average	$45,371	$3,781	$873	$22
25th Percentile	$40,644	$3,387	$782	$20

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