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

A Hazmat Driver's salary grows with experience: a Heavy Truck Driver I (0-1 years)earns $50,029, a Hazmat Driver (1-3 years)earns $55,333, a Heavy Truck Driver III (3-5 years)earns $61,932, a Heavy Truck Driver IV (5-7 years)earns $68,340,

What are the highest paying states for a Hazmat Driver?

Hazmat Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hazmat Driver roles are District of Columbia $58,693, California $58,471, Massachusetts $57,692. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hazmat Driver roles make?

Salaries for Hazmat Driver level roles vary by specialization: Hazmat Truck Driver: $59,845; Hazmat Tanker Driver: $59,494; HazMat Laborer Starting Rate: $59,475; Hazmat Field Laborer: $58,833; Hazmat Specialist: $58,101.

Hazmat Driver Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Hazmat Driver make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hazmat Driver in Rhode Island is $54,961 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,257
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,608 to $60,874
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,733

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Hazmat Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,874	$5,073	$1,171	$29
Average	$54,961	$4,580	$1,057	$26
25th Percentile	$49,608	$4,134	$954	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Hazmat Driver Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $58,693.
California: $58,471.
Massachusetts: $57,692.

District of Columbia $58,693 California $58,471 Massachusetts $57,692 Washington $57,480 New Jersey $57,458 Alaska $57,384 Connecticut $56,653 New York $56,356

Hawaii $55,407 Rhode Island $54,961 Maryland $54,659 Minnesota $54,246 Colorado $54,087 Illinois $54,034 Oregon $53,832 Delaware $53,684

New Hampshire $53,591 Virginia $53,382 Pennsylvania $52,772 Nevada $52,465 North Dakota $52,364 Michigan $52,205 Wisconsin $52,147 Vermont $52,030

Texas $51,707 Maine $51,685 Arizona $51,654 Ohio $51,617 Georgia $51,129 Indiana $50,885 Wyoming $50,837 Utah $50,763

Iowa $50,731 Kansas $50,477 Louisiana $50,403 North Carolina $50,376 Missouri $50,365 Florida $50,159 Montana $50,047 Nebraska $49,941

Kentucky $49,883 South Carolina $49,671 Tennessee $49,538 Idaho $49,485 New Mexico $49,099 Oklahoma $49,014 Alabama $48,701 South Dakota $48,176

Arkansas $47,890 West Virginia $47,736 Mississippi $47,275

Top Paying Cities for Hazmat 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: $55,649
Albion: $55,178
Ashaway: $55,543

Adamsville, RI $55,649 Albion, RI $55,178 Ashaway, RI $55,543 Barrington, RI $55,033 Block Island, RI $55,339 Bradford, RI $55,510 Bristol, RI $55,245 Carolina, RI $55,418

Charlestown, RI $55,438 Chepachet, RI $55,328 Clayville, RI $55,174 Coventry, RI $55,176 West Greenwich, RI $55,328 East Greenwich, RI $55,139 Exeter, RI $55,313 Fiskeville, RI $55,032

Forestdale, RI $55,456 Foster, RI $55,299 Glendale, RI $55,460 Greene, RI $55,371 Greenville, RI $55,053 Harmony, RI $55,124 Harrisville, RI $55,436 Hope, RI $55,066

Hope Valley, RI $55,494 Hopkinton, RI $55,567 Jamestown, RI $55,382 Kenyon, RI $55,411 Little Compton, RI $55,640 Manville, RI $55,251 Mapleville, RI $55,338 Newport, RI $55,438

Middletown, RI $55,462 North Kingstown, RI $55,234 North Scituate, RI $55,125 Oakland, RI $55,398 Pascoag, RI $55,473 Pawtucket, RI $54,951 Central Falls, RI $54,975 Cumberland, RI $55,288

Lincoln, RI $55,030 Portsmouth, RI $55,432 Prudence Island, RI $55,318 Rockville, RI $55,559 Saunderstown, RI $55,348 Shannock, RI $55,414 Slatersville, RI $55,457 Slocum, RI $55,347

Tiverton, RI $55,600 Wakefield, RI $55,396 Kingston, RI $55,374 Narragansett, RI $55,411 Peace Dale, RI $55,389 Warren, RI $55,175 Warwick, RI $55,021 Westerly, RI $55,556

West Kingston, RI $55,392 West Warwick, RI $55,089 Wood River Junction, RI $55,471 Woonsocket, RI $55,459 North Smithfield, RI $55,333 Wyoming, RI $55,414 Providence, RI $54,935 Cranston, RI $54,942

North Providence, RI $54,949 East Providence, RI $54,939 Riverside, RI $54,956 Rumford, RI $54,948 Smithfield, RI $55,060 Johnston, RI $54,967

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

Understanding how a Hazmat 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

$49,608

Average $54,961/year

$60,874

$4,134

Average $4,580/month

$5,073

$954

Average $1,057/week

$1,171

$24

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,874	$5,073	$1,171	$29
Average	$54,961	$4,580	$1,057	$26
25th Percentile	$49,608	$4,134	$954	$24

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