Truck Driver salary in Massachusetts
Truck drivers in Massachusetts earn a median $63,030 a year, 7% above the national median of $58,640. That ranks #5 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $49,603.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 53-3032. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $63,030 | $5,253 | $2,424 | $30.30 |
| Average pay | $63,570 | $5,298 | $2,445 | $30.56 |
| Take-home (median) | $49,603 | $4,134 | $1,908 | $23.85 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,384 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,822 |
| Massachusetts income tax and state programs | $3,221 |
| Take-home | $49,603 |
Massachusetts's prices are 6% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $46,903 buys in an average-priced state. The Massachusetts minimum wage is $15.00; the median truck driver earns 2.0 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Massachusetts vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $63,030 | $49,603 | $46,903 |
| Connecticut | $60,490 | $48,684 | $46,988 |
| New Hampshire | $60,280 | $50,615 | $48,591 |
| New York | $62,050 | $48,984 | $45,389 |
| Rhode Island | $60,190 | $48,240 | $47,165 |
| Vermont | $60,830 | $49,386 | $50,415 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Massachusetts?
- The median salary is $63,030 a year ($30.30 an hour), and the average is $63,570, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Massachusetts?
- About $49,603 a year after federal and Massachusetts taxes, or $1,908 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Massachusetts than the national average?
- Massachusetts ranks #5 of 51 for median pay, 7% above the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #35.