BLS OEWS 2023 — SOC 53-3032: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
National mean: $51,040/year · New York: $57,650/year · Difference: +$6,610/year
| Metric | New York | National |
|---|---|---|
| Mean Annual Wage | $57,650 | $51,040 |
| Mean Hourly Wage | $27.72 | $24.54 |
| Median Annual Wage | $53,870 | $46,240 |
| Median Hourly Wage | $25.90 | $22.23 |
| Drivers Employed | 64K | 1,811K |
Source: BLS OEWS May 2023 — SOC 53-3032: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers.
The average (mean) truck driver salary in New York is $57,650 per year ($27.72/hr) according to BLS OEWS 2023 data (SOC 53-3032). The median is $53,870/year. Approximately 64 thousand drivers work in this category in New York.
New York ranks #9 out of 50 states. The national mean is $51,040/year; New York is $6,610 higher (+13%).
Pay depends on freight volume, proximity to major distribution hubs and ports, cost of living, employer type (private fleet vs. for-hire), experience, CDL endorsements, and route type (OTR vs. regional vs. local). Specialized freight — hazmat, reefer, flatbed, oversized — typically pays a premium over dry van rates in any state.