BLS OEWS 2024 — SOC 53-3032: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
National mean: $58,240/year · Arizona: $55,810/year · Difference: -$2,430/year
| Metric | Arizona | National |
|---|---|---|
| Mean Annual Wage | $55,810 | $58,240 |
| Mean Hourly Wage | $26.83 | $28.00 |
| Median Annual Wage | $53,690 | $57,440 |
| Median Hourly Wage | $25.81 | $27.62 |
| Drivers Employed | 28.8K | 2,070K |
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024 — SOC 53-3032: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers.
The average (mean) truck driver salary in Arizona is $55,810 per year ($26.83/hr) according to BLS OEWS 2024 data (SOC 53-3032). The median is $53,690/year. Approximately 28.8 thousand drivers work in this category in Arizona.
Arizona ranks #42 out of 50 states. The national mean is $58,240/year; Arizona is $2,430 lower (-4.2%).
Pay depends on freight volume, proximity to major distribution hubs and ports, cost of living, employer type (private fleet vs. for-hire), experience, CDL endorsements, and route type (OTR vs. regional vs. local). Specialized freight — hazmat, reefer, flatbed, oversized — typically pays a premium over dry van rates in any state.