Truck Driver Salary in Louisville, KY
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$49,469
Hourly Rate
$23.78
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,689
employed
Truck Driver Salary Range in Louisville, KY
Annual Salary Range
$32k
10th percentile
$41k
25th
$58k
75th
$70k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $31,933 | $15.35 |
| 25th Percentile | $40,656 | $19.55 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $49,469 | $23.78 |
| 75th Percentile | $57,742 | $27.76 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $70,402 | $33.85 |
| Average (Mean) | $52,686 | $25.33 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Truck Driver salary in Louisville, KY is $49,469 per year or $23.78 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Louisville/Jefferson County Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Louisville, KY Compares
vs National Average
$54,320
vs Kentucky Average
$55,814
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$54,481
Cost of living in Louisville, KY is 9.2% below the national average.
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