Trades & Labor Tennessee (TN) Rank #42 of 50

Truck Driver Salary in Tennessee

The median truck driver salary in Tennessee is $44,429 per year, which is 11% below the national median of $49,920.

Median Salary

$44,429

vs National

$-5,491

State Rank

#42 of 50

Cost of Living

89%

Truck Driver Salary in Tennessee by Experience

In Tennessee, an entry-level truck driver earns around $31,150, while experienced professionals earn up to $64,080 per year. The cost of living index in Tennessee is 89% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,150

$-3,850 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$44,500

$-5,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$64,080

$-7,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Tennessee

Percentile	TN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$29,548	$33,200	$-3,652
25th Percentile	$35,778	$40,200	$-4,422
Median (50th)	$44,429	$49,920	$-5,491
75th Percentile	$56,782	$63,800	$-7,018
90th Percentile	$69,420	$78,000	$-8,580

Major Cities for Truck Drivers in Tennessee

The largest employment areas for truck drivers in Tennessee include Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Nashville, TN