Truck Driver salary in Ohio
Truck drivers in Ohio earn a median $59,800 a year, 2% above the national median of $58,640. That ranks #22 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $49,367.
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 | $59,800 | $4,983 | $2,300 | $28.75 |
| Average pay | $60,660 | $5,055 | $2,333 | $29.16 |
| Take-home (median) | $49,367 | $4,114 | $1,899 | $23.73 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,996 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,575 |
| Ohio income tax | $862 |
| Take-home | $49,367 |
Ohio's prices are 7% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $53,212 buys in an average-priced state. The Ohio minimum wage is $11.00; the median truck driver earns 2.6 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Ohio vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $59,800 | $49,367 | $53,212 |
| Indiana | $60,290 | $48,874 | $52,367 |
| Kentucky | $56,340 | $45,595 | $50,572 |
| Michigan | $57,180 | $45,945 | $47,751 |
| Pennsylvania | $58,580 | $47,369 | $48,547 |
| West Virginia | $49,480 | $40,515 | $45,270 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Ohio?
- The median salary is $59,800 a year ($28.75 an hour), and the average is $60,660, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Ohio?
- About $49,367 a year after federal and Ohio taxes, or $1,899 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Ohio than the national average?
- Ohio ranks #22 of 51 for median pay, 2% above the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #7.