Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in New Jersey
State median
Public data$30.04/hr
≈ $62,483/year full-time
Pay distribution in New Jersey
25th percentile
$26.20
per hour
Median
$30.04
per hour
75th percentile
$35.79
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 New Jersey?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in New Jersey is $30.04/hr (about $62,483/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $26.20 and $35.79 per hour.
How does New Jersey compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
New Jersey pays 21% 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.