Truck Driver salary in Portland, OR
Median pay, Portland (OR) metro
$63,800/year
about $30.67 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $58,660 – $75,840
Half of truck drivers in the Portland (OR) metro area earn more than $63,800 a year and half earn less. That's 9% higher than the national median of $58,640, and ranks #8 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $49,090 | $23.60 |
| 25th | $58,660 | $28.20 |
| Median (50th) | $63,800 | $30.67 |
| 75th | $75,840 | $36.46 |
| 90th (top earners) | $85,590 | $41.15 |
*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 Portland (OR) metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $58,660 ($28.20/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $58,660 to $75,840 ($28.20 to $36.46/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $75,840 ($36.46/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, Portland (OR) 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.