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

A Cargo Driver's salary grows with experience: starting around $47,659 for beginners, reaching about $50,280 at mid-level, and approach $50,949 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Cargo Driver?

Cargo Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cargo Driver roles are District of Columbia $52,604, California $52,405, Massachusetts $51,706. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cargo Driver roles make?

Salaries for Cargo Driver level roles vary by specialization: Cargo Pilot: $143,247; Cargo Screener: $85,485; Cargo Supervisor: $63,436; Cargo Specialist: $63,138; Cargo Manager: $62,693.

Cargo Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cargo Driver make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cargo Driver in Delaware is $48,115 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,004
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,428 to $53,291
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,161

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Cargo Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,291	$4,441	$1,025	$26
Average	$48,115	$4,010	$925	$23
25th Percentile	$43,428	$3,619	$835	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Cargo Driver Salaries

A Cargo 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 Cargo Driver Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cargo 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): $47,659
Early Career (1-2 years): $48,440
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,280
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $50,531
Expert (over 8 years): $50,949

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cargo Driver	$47,659
Intermediate Level Cargo Driver	$48,440
Senior Level Cargo Driver	$50,280
Specialist Level Cargo Driver	$50,531
Expert Level Cargo Driver	$50,949

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

District of Columbia: $52,604.
California: $52,405.
Massachusetts: $51,706.

District of Columbia $52,604 California $52,405 Massachusetts $51,706 Washington $51,516 New Jersey $51,497 Alaska $51,431 Connecticut $50,775 New York $50,509

Hawaii $49,659 Rhode Island $49,260 Maryland $48,989 Minnesota $48,618 Colorado $48,476 Illinois $48,428 Oregon $48,248 Delaware $48,115

New Hampshire $48,031 Virginia $47,844 Pennsylvania $47,297 Nevada $47,022 North Dakota $46,932 Michigan $46,789 Wisconsin $46,737 Vermont $46,632

Texas $46,342 Maine $46,323 Arizona $46,295 Ohio $46,262 Georgia $45,825 Indiana $45,606 Wyoming $45,563 Utah $45,497

Iowa $45,468 Kansas $45,240 Louisiana $45,174 North Carolina $45,150 Missouri $45,140 Florida $44,955 Montana $44,855 Nebraska $44,760

Kentucky $44,708 South Carolina $44,518 Tennessee $44,399 Idaho $44,352 New Mexico $44,005 Oklahoma $43,929 Alabama $43,649 South Dakota $43,178

Arkansas $42,922 West Virginia $42,784 Mississippi $42,370

Top Paying Cities for Cargo 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: $47,898
Little Creek: $48,249
Magnolia: $48,179

Lincoln, DE $47,898 Little Creek, DE $48,249 Magnolia, DE $48,179 Milford, DE $48,020 Marydel, DE $48,098 Millsboro, DE $47,697 Millville, DE $47,771 Milton, DE $47,853

Nassau, DE $47,888 Ocean View, DE $47,763 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,854 Seaford, DE $47,881 Selbyville, DE $47,683 Smyrna, DE $48,282 Viola, DE $48,059 Woodside, DE $48,189

Bear, DE $48,078 Newark, DE $48,059 Claymont, DE $48,158 Delaware City, DE $48,107 Hockessin, DE $48,055 Kirkwood, DE $48,098 Middletown, DE $48,117 Montchanin, DE $48,066

New Castle, DE $48,073 Odessa, DE $48,141 Port Penn, DE $48,173 Rockland, DE $48,071 Saint Georges, DE $48,102 Townsend, DE $48,176 Winterthur, DE $48,077 Lewes, DE $47,872

Wilmington, DE $48,058 Dover, DE $48,249 Dover Afb, DE $47,994 Bethany Beach, DE $47,712 Bethel, DE $47,762 Bridgeville, DE $47,874 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,113 Cheswold, DE $48,233

Clayton, DE $48,234 Dagsboro, DE $47,679 Delmar, DE $47,602 Ellendale, DE $47,747 Felton, DE $48,016 Fenwick Island, DE $47,689 Frankford, DE $47,606 Frederica, DE $48,063

Georgetown, DE $47,661 Greenwood, DE $47,882 Harbeson, DE $47,712 Harrington, DE $47,955 Hartly, DE $48,104 Houston, DE $47,887 Kenton, DE $48,237 Laurel, DE $47,632

Yorklyn, DE $48,069

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

Understanding how a Cargo 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 May 01, 2026

$43,428

Average $48,115/year

$53,291

$3,619

Average $4,010/month

$4,441

$835

Average $925/week

$1,025

$21

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,291	$4,441	$1,025	$26
Average	$48,115	$4,010	$925	$23
25th Percentile	$43,428	$3,619	$835	$21

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