Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in District of Columbia
State median
Public data$29.56/hr
≈ $61,485/year full-time
Pay distribution in District of Columbia
25th percentile
$27.82
per hour
Median
$29.56
per hour
75th percentile
$35.48
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in District of Columbia?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in District of Columbia is $29.56/hr (about $61,485/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $27.82 and $35.48 per hour.
How does District of Columbia compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
District of Columbia pays 19% above the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.