Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in Utah
State median
Public data$27.80/hr
≈ $57,824/year full-time
Pay distribution in Utah
25th percentile
$22.98
per hour
Median
$27.80
per hour
75th percentile
$30.41
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Metros in Utah
- Salt Lake City$23.65/hr median
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in Utah?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in Utah is $27.80/hr (about $57,824/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $22.98 and $30.41 per hour.
How does Utah compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
Utah pays 12% 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.
Where in Utah do truck driver (heavy)s earn the most?
Among the metros we track in Utah, Salt Lake City pays the most at $23.65/hr median. Compare it on the city pages linked below.