Trades & Labor Missouri (MO) Rank #43 of 50

Truck Driver Salary in Missouri

The median truck driver salary in Missouri is $43,930 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $49,920.

Median Salary

$43,930

vs National

$-5,990

State Rank

#43 of 50

Cost of Living

88%

Truck Driver Salary in Missouri by Experience

In Missouri, an entry-level truck driver earns around $30,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $63,360 per year. The cost of living index in Missouri is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$30,800

$-4,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$44,000

$-6,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$63,360

$-8,640 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Missouri

Percentile	MO Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$29,216	$33,200	$-3,984
25th Percentile	$35,376	$40,200	$-4,824
Median (50th)	$43,930	$49,920	$-5,990
75th Percentile	$56,144	$63,800	$-7,656
90th Percentile	$68,640	$78,000	$-9,360

Truck Driver Salary by City in Missouri

The largest employment areas for truck drivers in Missouri include Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, and Columbia. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Kansas City, MO

$45,926

Pop. 508,090 · COL 92%

Saint Louis, MO

$44,928

Pop. 301,578 · COL 90%

Springfield, MO

$40,934

Pop. 169,176 · COL 82%

Columbia, MO

$43,930

Pop. 126,254 · COL 88%

Independence, MO

$42,432

Pop. 123,011 · COL 85%

How to Become a Truck Driver in Missouri

Education

Most truck driver positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Missouri has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CDL LicenseRoute PlanningVehicle InspectionDOT RegulationsTime ManagementDefensive Driving

Job Outlook in Missouri

Nationally, truck driver employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Missouri's demand may vary based on local industry trends.