Truck Driver Salary in New Orleans, LA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$50,035
Hourly Rate
$24.06
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,620
employed
Truck Driver Salary Range in New Orleans, LA
Annual Salary Range
$32k
10th percentile
$42k
25th
$60k
75th
$75k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $31,632 | $15.21 |
| 25th Percentile | $41,900 | $20.14 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $50,035 | $24.06 |
| 75th Percentile | $59,636 | $28.67 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $74,785 | $35.95 |
| Average (Mean) | $53,795 | $25.86 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Truck Driver salary in New Orleans, LA is $50,035 per year or $24.06 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 New Orleans-Metairie Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How New Orleans, LA Compares
vs National Average
$54,320
vs Louisiana Average
$57,797
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$52,448
Cost of living in New Orleans, LA is 4.6% below the national average.
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