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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for OTR Driver?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for OTR Driver roles, with salaries approximately 33% above the market median.

How does experience change An OTR Driver's salary?

An OTR Driver's salary grows with experience: a Heavy Truck Driver I (0-1 years)earns $49,062, a Heavy Truck Driver II (1-3 years)earns $54,263, a Heavy Truck Driver III (3-5 years)earns $60,731, a OTR Driver (5-7 years)earns $66,994,

What are the highest paying states for an OTR Driver?

OTR Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for OTR Driver roles are District of Columbia $73,857, California $73,576, Massachusetts $72,596. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of OTR Driver roles make?

Salaries for OTR Driver level roles vary by specialization: Owner Operator OTR: $79,608; OTR Flatbed Driver: $62,306; Otr Team Driver: $60,236; Driver/Sales Representative: $57,623; OTR Truck Driver: $49,945.

OTR Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does an OTR Driver make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an OTR Driver in Delaware is $67,553 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,076
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,167 to $75,155
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,174

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OTR Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,155	$6,263	$1,445	$36
Average	$67,553	$5,629	$1,299	$32
25th Percentile	$63,167	$5,264	$1,215	$30

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Key Factors That Influence OTR Driver Salaries

An OTR 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 OTR 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 OTR Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,857.
California: $73,576.
Massachusetts: $72,596.

District of Columbia $73,857 California $73,576 Massachusetts $72,596 Washington $72,329 New Jersey $72,302 Alaska $72,209 Connecticut $71,288 New York $70,915

Hawaii $69,721 Rhode Island $69,161 Maryland $68,780 Minnesota $68,260 Colorado $68,060 Illinois $67,993 Oregon $67,740 Delaware $67,553

New Hampshire $67,436 Virginia $67,173 Pennsylvania $66,406 Nevada $66,019 North Dakota $65,892 Michigan $65,692 Wisconsin $65,618 Vermont $65,472

Texas $65,065 Maine $65,038 Arizona $64,998 Ohio $64,951 Georgia $64,338 Indiana $64,031 Wyoming $63,971 Utah $63,877

Iowa $63,837 Kansas $63,517 Louisiana $63,424 North Carolina $63,391 Missouri $63,377 Florida $63,117 Montana $62,977 Nebraska $62,844

Kentucky $62,770 South Carolina $62,503 Tennessee $62,337 Idaho $62,270 New Mexico $61,783 Oklahoma $61,676 Alabama $61,283 South Dakota $60,622

Arkansas $60,262 West Virginia $60,069 Mississippi $59,488

Top Paying Cities for OTR 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: $67,249
Little Creek: $67,741
Magnolia: $67,644

Lincoln, DE $67,249 Little Creek, DE $67,741 Magnolia, DE $67,644 Milford, DE $67,420 Marydel, DE $67,530 Millsboro, DE $66,967 Millville, DE $67,070 Milton, DE $67,186

Nassau, DE $67,235 Ocean View, DE $67,059 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,187 Seaford, DE $67,225 Selbyville, DE $66,947 Smyrna, DE $67,788 Viola, DE $67,476 Woodside, DE $67,657

Bear, DE $67,501 Newark, DE $67,476 Claymont, DE $67,614 Delaware City, DE $67,543 Hockessin, DE $67,470 Kirkwood, DE $67,530 Middletown, DE $67,556 Montchanin, DE $67,485

New Castle, DE $67,495 Odessa, DE $67,590 Port Penn, DE $67,635 Rockland, DE $67,492 Saint Georges, DE $67,535 Townsend, DE $67,639 Winterthur, DE $67,500 Lewes, DE $67,212

Wilmington, DE $67,473 Dover, DE $67,741 Dover Afb, DE $67,384 Bethany Beach, DE $66,988 Bethel, DE $67,057 Bridgeville, DE $67,215 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,550 Cheswold, DE $67,719

Clayton, DE $67,721 Dagsboro, DE $66,941 Delmar, DE $66,834 Ellendale, DE $67,037 Felton, DE $67,414 Fenwick Island, DE $66,956 Frankford, DE $66,839 Frederica, DE $67,481

Georgetown, DE $66,916 Greenwood, DE $67,226 Harbeson, DE $66,987 Harrington, DE $67,329 Hartly, DE $67,538 Houston, DE $67,233 Kenton, DE $67,724 Laurel, DE $66,876

Yorklyn, DE $67,490

OTR Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For OTR Driver roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 54% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 33% above the average. In contrast, OTR Driver positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view OTR Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an OTR Driver

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$89,845	$43.0	33%
Pharmaceuticals	$86,468	$42.0	28%
Software & Networking	$85,117	$41.0	26%
Internet	$80,388	$39.0	19%
Chemicals	$72,282	$35.0	7%

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

Understanding how an OTR 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

$63,167

Average $67,553/year

$75,155

$5,264

Average $5,629/month

$6,263

$1,215

Average $1,299/week

$1,445

$30

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,155	$6,263	$1,445	$36
Average	$67,553	$5,629	$1,299	$32
25th Percentile	$63,167	$5,264	$1,215	$30

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