OTR Flatbed Driver Salary in Akron, Ohio

How much does an OTR Flatbed Driver make in Akron, OH?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an OTR Flatbed Driver in Akron, OH is $65,159. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $59,381 to $71,015, with most professionals earning between $54,121 and $76,347.

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What is an OTR Flatbed Driver?

An OTR (Over-the-Road) Flatbed Driver is responsible for transporting goods and materials on long-haul routes using a flatbed trailer. This role involves loading and unloading cargo, securing loads with straps and chains, and ensuring that all safety regulations and transportation laws are followed. OTR Flatbed Drivers must have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a clean driving record, and the ability to operate heavy-duty vehicles. They must also have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the physical ability to handle the demands of the job, including lifting and securing heavy loads. This position requires extensive travel and may involve overnight stays away from home.

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Common responsibilities of an OTR Flatbed Driver

Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.

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Assist with loading and unloading cargo as needed, using proper lifting and safety techniques.

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Safely operate a flatbed truck to transport oversized or heavy loads over long distances.

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Secure cargo using straps, chains, and other equipment to ensure it is properly loaded and does not shift during transport.

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Follow safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries while on the road and at delivery sites.

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Inspect and maintain the truck and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition.

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Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner when interacting with customers and other individuals during deliveries.

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Complete and maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery times.

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Plan and follow the most efficient route for each delivery, taking into account road conditions, traffic, and weather.

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Communicate with dispatchers and customers to provide updates on delivery status and any issues that may arise.

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Average Salary Range for OTR Flatbed Driver in Akron, OH

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

59381

71015

65159

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

61393

74720

67764

What is the average salary for OTR Flatbed Driver in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of OTR Flatbed Driver in Akron, OH. The base salary for OTR Flatbed Driver ranges from $59,381 to $71,015 with the average base salary of $65,159. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,393 to $74,720 with the average total cash compensation of $67,764.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$65,159	$59,381 - $71,015
Bonus	$2,605	$2,012 - $3,704
Total Pay	$67,764	$61,393 - $74,720

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

OTR Flatbed Driver Salary Near Akron, OH

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Cuyahoga Falls, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,079 - $70,655	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Canton, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,871 - $69,209	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Lakewood, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,744 - $72,645	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Cleveland, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,744 - $72,645	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Euclid, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,695 - $72,586	COMPARE TO Akron, OH
CITY, STATE Elyria, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,350 - $70,978	COMPARE TO Akron, OH

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About Akron, Ohio

Akron (/ˈækrən/) is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Summit County. It is located on the western edge of the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau, about 30 miles (48 km) south of Cleveland. As of the 2017 Census estimate, the city proper had a total population of 197,846, making it the 119th-largest city in the United States. The Greater Akron area, covering Summit and Portage counties, had an estimated population of 703,505. The city was founded in 1825 by Simon Perkins and Paul Williams, along the Little Cuyahoga River at the summit of the developing Ohio and...

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