Truck Driver salary in Texas
Truck drivers in Texas earn a median $56,290 a year, 4% below the national median of $58,640. That ranks #40 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $47,409.
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 | $56,290 | $4,691 | $2,165 | $27.06 |
| Average pay | $57,990 | $4,833 | $2,230 | $27.88 |
| Take-home (median) | $47,409 | $3,951 | $1,823 | $22.79 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,575 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,306 |
| Texas income tax | $0 |
| Take-home | $47,409 |
Texas's prices are 3% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $48,847 buys in an average-priced state. The Texas minimum wage is $7.25; the median truck driver earns 3.7 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Texas vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $56,290 | $47,409 | $48,847 |
| Arkansas | $51,550 | $42,181 | $48,519 |
| Louisiana | $49,320 | $40,715 | $46,159 |
| New Mexico | $50,500 | $41,549 | $45,058 |
| Oklahoma | $54,410 | $43,995 | $50,084 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Texas?
- The median salary is $56,290 a year ($27.06 an hour), and the average is $57,990, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Texas?
- About $47,409 a year after federal taxes, or $1,823 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Texas than the national average?
- Texas ranks #40 of 51 for median pay, 4% below the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #23.