Truck Driver salary in Missouri
Truck drivers in Missouri earn a median $54,550 a year, 7% below the national median of $58,640. That ranks #41 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $44,384.
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 | $54,550 | $4,546 | $2,098 | $26.23 |
| Average pay | $56,830 | $4,736 | $2,186 | $27.32 |
| Take-home (median) | $44,384 | $3,699 | $1,707 | $21.34 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,366 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,173 |
| Missouri income tax | $1,627 |
| Take-home | $44,384 |
Missouri's prices are 9% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $48,872 buys in an average-priced state. The Missouri minimum wage is $15.00; the median truck driver earns 1.7 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Missouri vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $54,550 | $44,384 | $48,872 |
| Arkansas | $51,550 | $42,181 | $48,519 |
| Illinois | $60,320 | $47,806 | $47,826 |
| Iowa | $58,070 | $47,284 | $53,878 |
| Kansas | $58,920 | $47,034 | $52,221 |
| Kentucky | $56,340 | $45,595 | $50,572 |
| Nebraska | $58,390 | $47,319 | $52,517 |
| Oklahoma | $54,410 | $43,995 | $50,084 |
| Tennessee | $58,620 | $49,281 | $53,642 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Missouri?
- The median salary is $54,550 a year ($26.23 an hour), and the average is $56,830, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Missouri?
- About $44,384 a year after federal and Missouri taxes, or $1,707 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Missouri than the national average?
- Missouri ranks #41 of 51 for median pay, 7% below the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #21.