Truck Driver salary in Philadelphia, PA
Median pay, Philadelphia metro
$59,370/year
about $28.54 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $54,310 – $70,740
Half of truck drivers in the Philadelphia metro area earn more than $59,370 a year and half earn less. That's 1% higher than the national median of $58,640, and ranks #19 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $46,850 | $22.52 |
| 25th | $54,310 | $26.11 |
| Median (50th) | $59,370 | $28.54 |
| 75th | $70,740 | $34.01 |
| 90th (top earners) | $79,590 | $38.26 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a truck driver job in the Philadelphia metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $54,310 ($26.11/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $54,310 to $70,740 ($26.11 to $34.01/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $70,740 ($34.01/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Many drivers are paid per mile, so ask about typical weekly miles, not just the rate per mile.
- Ask how much home time you'll get and whether detention and layover time is paid.
- Lease-purchase offers can shift costs to the driver. Read the details carefully.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Philadelphia metro. Occupation: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers (SOC 53-3032). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.