As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for CDL Instructor in Connecticut is $57,716, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,110 weekly, or $4,810 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for CDL Instructor in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for CDL Instructor in Connecticut vary widely, spanning from $48,544 to $74,358. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,915) and 75th percentile ($66,427), while top earners (90th percentile) make $74,358 per year. This $13,512 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Cash Handling, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Connecticut CDL Instructor often earn 6.9% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 44 companies. However, Connecticut currently ranks 7 nationwide for CDL Instructor job salary. 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
CDL Instructor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $48,544 CT January 01, 2026
25th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $52,915 CT January 01, 2026
50th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $57,716 CT January 01, 2026
75th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $66,427 CT January 01, 2026
90th Percentile CDL Instructor Salary $74,358 CT January 01, 2026
25% $52,915 10% $48,544 90% $74,358 75% $66,427 $57,716 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a CDL Instructor ?

Commercial driver's license training (or CDL training) is a specialized instructional program or course designed to prepare a student to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL), which is required for a career as a truck driver in the United States. During training, students are taught the necessary knowledge and skills to pass a series of tests to obtain their CDL. Such a program generally begins with classroom instruction geared towards passing the written exams for a CDL permit, a learner's permit that allows a student to practice driving skills on public roads with a CDL licensed driver ...

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Location New London, CT Avg. Salary $66,589 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Norwich, CT Avg. Salary $66,570 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location West Haven, CT Avg. Salary $67,192 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Abington, CT Avg. Salary $65,804 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Amston, CT Avg. Salary $66,552 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Andover, CT Avg. Salary $66,765 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Ansonia, CT Avg. Salary $67,192 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Ashford, CT Avg. Salary $65,848 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Avon, CT Avg. Salary $66,891 Date Updated January 01, 2026
Location Ballouville, CT Avg. Salary $65,729 Date Updated January 01, 2026
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