BLS OEWS 2024 — SOC 53-3032: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
National mean: $58,240/year · Washington: $65,670/year · Difference: +$7,430/year
| Metric | Washington | National |
|---|---|---|
| Mean Annual Wage | $65,670 | $58,240 |
| Mean Hourly Wage | $31.57 | $28.00 |
| Median Annual Wage | $63,760 | $57,440 |
| Median Hourly Wage | $30.65 | $27.62 |
| Drivers Employed | 37.6K | 2,070K |
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024 — SOC 53-3032: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers.
The average (mean) truck driver salary in Washington is $65,670 per year ($31.57/hr) according to BLS OEWS 2024 data (SOC 53-3032). The median is $63,760/year. Approximately 37.6 thousand drivers work in this category in Washington.
Washington ranks #3 out of 50 states. The national mean is $58,240/year; Washington is $7,430 higher (+12.8%).
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.