Truck Driver salary in Wisconsin
Truck drivers in Wisconsin earn a median $58,610 a year, 0% below the national median of $58,640. That ranks #29 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $47,475.
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 | $58,610 | $4,884 | $2,254 | $28.18 |
| Average pay | $58,890 | $4,908 | $2,265 | $28.31 |
| Take-home (median) | $47,475 | $3,956 | $1,826 | $22.82 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,853 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,484 |
| Wisconsin income tax | $1,798 |
| Take-home | $47,475 |
Wisconsin's prices are 6% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $50,455 buys in an average-priced state. The Wisconsin minimum wage is $7.25; the median truck driver earns 3.9 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Wisconsin vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | $58,610 | $47,475 | $50,455 |
| Illinois | $60,320 | $47,806 | $47,826 |
| Iowa | $58,070 | $47,284 | $53,878 |
| Michigan | $57,180 | $45,945 | $47,751 |
| Minnesota | $61,990 | $49,024 | $49,710 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Wisconsin?
- The median salary is $58,610 a year ($28.18 an hour), and the average is $58,890, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Wisconsin?
- About $47,475 a year after federal and Wisconsin taxes, or $1,826 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Wisconsin than the national average?
- Wisconsin ranks #29 of 51 for median pay, 0% below the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #13.