How much does a light truck driver make in Missouri?
$45,500a year
Median yearly pay for light truck drivers in Missouri. That is $21.88 an hour or $3,792 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.88
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 16,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,370Median: $45,500Highest 10%: $93,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,370 | $14.12 | |
| 25th | $36,570 | $17.58 | |
| Median | $45,500 | $21.88 | |
| 75th | $57,410 | $27.60 | |
| 90th | $93,710 | $45.05 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $47,150 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $46,470 |
| Kansas City, MO | $45,290 |
| Springfield, MO | $43,800 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $42,790 |
| Columbia, MO | $42,710 |
| Joplin, MO | $42,050 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $35,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for light truck drivers.
| 17. Utah | $45,860 |
| 18. Wisconsin | $45,670 |
| 19. Rhode Island | $45,660 |
| 20. Missouri | $45,500 |
| 21. Arizona | $45,140 |
| 22. Vermont | $45,090 |
| 23. Tennessee | $45,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a light truck driver make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $21.88 ($45,500 a year).
Do light truck drivers make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $45,500 against $44,860 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Missouri rank for light truck driver pay?
Missouri ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays light truck drivers the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $47,150 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.