Truck Driver salary in Minnesota
Truck drivers in Minnesota earn a median $61,990 a year, 6% above the national median of $58,640. That ranks #8 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $49,024.
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 | $61,990 | $5,166 | $2,384 | $29.80 |
| Average pay | $63,630 | $5,303 | $2,447 | $30.59 |
| Take-home (median) | $49,024 | $4,085 | $1,886 | $23.57 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,259 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,742 |
| Minnesota income tax and state programs | $2,965 |
| Take-home | $49,024 |
Minnesota's prices are 1% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $49,710 buys in an average-priced state. The Minnesota minimum wage is $11.41; the median truck driver earns 2.6 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Minnesota vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $61,990 | $49,024 | $49,710 |
| Iowa | $58,070 | $47,284 | $53,878 |
| North Dakota | $60,910 | $51,121 | $57,466 |
| South Dakota | $58,690 | $49,337 | $55,694 |
| Wisconsin | $58,610 | $47,475 | $50,455 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Minnesota?
- The median salary is $61,990 a year ($29.80 an hour), and the average is $63,630, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Minnesota?
- About $49,024 a year after federal and Minnesota taxes, or $1,886 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Minnesota than the national average?
- Minnesota ranks #8 of 51 for median pay, 6% above the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #18.