Truck drivers are seeing a significant pay boost this year. Wages jumped 16% in the first quarter of 2025, according to a new study from Resume Now and Talroo, outpacing the national average wage growth of 3.8%.
The details: Truck driver pay rose from $22.05 an hour to $25.49 an hour, which is one of the highest increases among frontline sectors.
- The trucking industry continues to feel the effects of a labor shortage, with job openings surpassing the number of qualified candidates.
- Warehousing jobs also experienced a 15% wage rise, showing strong demand in these sectors.
The big picture: This wage growth follows a period of lowered pay starting in 2023, and it reflects the ongoing need for frontline workers, despite broader economic uncertainties.
Challenges and opportunities: While the rise in pay is good news, truckers face potential impacts from policy changes and economic factors as the year progresses. For those with logistics experience and a CDL, the current market offers competitive wages, reported DC Velocity.
Looking ahead, the trucking industry is likely to stay focused on attracting new drivers to meet ongoing demand despite these challenges.