Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in North Dakota
State median
Public data$28.46/hr
≈ $59,197/year full-time
Pay distribution in North Dakota
25th percentile
$23.07
per hour
Median
$28.46
per hour
75th percentile
$30.72
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 North Dakota?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in North Dakota is $28.46/hr (about $59,197/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $23.07 and $30.72 per hour.
How does North Dakota compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
North Dakota pays 14% 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.