Truck Driver salary in New York
Truck drivers in New York earn a median $62,050 a year, 6% above the national median of $58,640. That ranks #7 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $48,984.
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 | $62,050 | $5,171 | $2,387 | $29.83 |
| Average pay | $65,780 | $5,482 | $2,530 | $31.63 |
| Take-home (median) | $48,984 | $4,082 | $1,884 | $23.55 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $5,266 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,747 |
| New York income tax and state programs | $3,053 |
| Take-home | $48,984 |
New York's prices are 8% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $45,389 buys in an average-priced state. The New York minimum wage is $16.00; the median truck driver earns 1.9 times that.
Truck Driver pay in New York vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $62,050 | $48,984 | $45,389 |
| Connecticut | $60,490 | $48,684 | $46,988 |
| Massachusetts | $63,030 | $49,603 | $46,903 |
| New Jersey | $63,570 | $50,645 | $46,547 |
| Pennsylvania | $58,580 | $47,369 | $48,547 |
| Vermont | $60,830 | $49,386 | $50,415 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in New York?
- The median salary is $62,050 a year ($29.83 an hour), and the average is $65,780, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in New York?
- About $48,984 a year after federal and New York taxes, or $1,884 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in New York than the national average?
- New York ranks #7 of 51 for median pay, 6% above the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #42.