As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Car Hauler in the US is $55,573, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,069 weekly, or $4,631 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Car Hauler in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Car Hauler in the US vary widely, spanning from $46,014 to $67,853. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,569) and 75th percentile ($62,001), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,853 per year. This $11,432 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Safety Administration, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Car Hauler often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Car Hauler Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Car Hauler Salary $46,014 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Car Hauler Salary $50,569 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Car Hauler Salary $55,573 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Car Hauler Salary $62,001 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Car Hauler Salary $67,853 US May 01, 2026
25% $50,569 10% $46,014 90% $67,853 75% $62,001 $55,573 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Car Hauler ?

A car carrier trailer, known variously as a car-carrying trailer, car hauler, auto transport trailer, etc., is a type of trailer or semi-trailer designed to efficiently transport passenger vehicles via truck. Modern car carrier trailers can be open or enclosed. Most commercial trailers have built-in ramps for loading and off-loading cars, as well as power hydraulics to raise and lower ramps for stand-alone accessibility....

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