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

A CDL's salary grows with experience: a Product Inspector I (0-1 years)earns $49,125, a Product Inspector II (1-3 years)earns $54,910, a CDL (3-5 years)earns $64,710, a Product Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $66,657, a Product Quality Supervisor (7+ years)earns $82,823,

What are the highest paying states for a CDL?

CDL salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CDL roles are District of Columbia $66,300, California $66,048, Massachusetts $65,168. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CDL roles make?

Salaries for CDL level roles vary by specialization: hazmat cdl driver: $55,998; CDL Instructor: $54,011; CDL Driver: $53,286; CDL Operator: $52,988; cdl class a: $52,725.

CDL Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a CDL make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a CDL in District of Columbia is $66,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,874
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,206 to $73,928
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,747

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CDL Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,928	$6,161	$1,422	$36
Average	$66,300	$5,525	$1,275	$32
25th Percentile	$59,206	$4,934	$1,139	$28

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Key Factors That Influence CDL Salaries

A CDL'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 CDL Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CDL'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): $49,125
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,910
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,710
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,657
Expert (over 8 years): $82,823

Levels	Salary
Product I... Level CDL	$49,125
Product I... Level CDL	$54,910
CDL Level CDL	$64,710
Product I... Level CDL	$66,657
Product Q... Level CDL	$82,823

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

District of Columbia: $66,300.
California: $66,048.
Massachusetts: $65,168.

District of Columbia $66,300 California $66,048 Massachusetts $65,168 Washington $64,928 New Jersey $64,904 Alaska $64,821 Connecticut $63,994 New York $63,659

Hawaii $62,587 Rhode Island $62,084 Maryland $61,743 Minnesota $61,276 Colorado $61,096 Illinois $61,036 Oregon $60,809 Delaware $60,641

New Hampshire $60,536 Virginia $60,300 Pennsylvania $59,611 Nevada $59,264 North Dakota $59,150 Michigan $58,970 Wisconsin $58,904 Vermont $58,773

Texas $58,407 Maine $58,383 Arizona $58,348 Ohio $58,306 Georgia $57,755 Indiana $57,479 Wyoming $57,425 Utah $57,342

Iowa $57,306 Kansas $57,018 Louisiana $56,934 North Carolina $56,904 Missouri $56,892 Florida $56,659 Montana $56,533 Nebraska $56,413

Kentucky $56,348 South Carolina $56,108 Tennessee $55,958 Idaho $55,898 New Mexico $55,461 Oklahoma $55,366 Alabama $55,012 South Dakota $54,419

Arkansas $54,096 West Virginia $53,922 Mississippi $53,401

Top Paying Cities for CDLs

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: $66,300
Washington: $66,300
Naval Anacost Annex: $66,300

Parcel Return Service, DC $66,300 Washington, DC $66,300 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $66,300 Washington Navy Yard, DC $66,300

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

Understanding how a CDL'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 April 01, 2026

$59,206

Average $66,300/year

$73,928

$4,934

Average $5,525/month

$6,161

$1,139

Average $1,275/week

$1,422

$28

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,928	$6,161	$1,422	$36
Average	$66,300	$5,525	$1,275	$32
25th Percentile	$59,206	$4,934	$1,139	$28

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