How much does a motor vehicle operator make in Alabama?
$52,100a year
Median yearly pay for motor vehicle operators in Alabama. That is $25.05 an hour or $4,342 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.05
- Vs. national median
- +40%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,540Median: $52,100Highest 10%: $62,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,540 | $14.20 | |
| 25th | $34,460 | $16.57 | |
| Median | $52,100 | $25.05 | |
| 75th | $58,610 | $28.18 | |
| 90th | $62,840 | $30.21 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Birmingham, AL | $53,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for motor vehicle operators.
| 7. Arizona | $55,680 |
| 8. New Mexico | $54,270 |
| 9. South Dakota | $53,790 |
| 10. Alabama | $52,100 |
| 11. New Jersey | $50,680 |
| 12. Kansas | $49,880 |
| 13. Wyoming | $48,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a motor vehicle operator make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $25.05 ($52,100 a year).
Do motor vehicle operators make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $52,100 against $37,180 nationally, 40% more.
Where does Alabama rank for motor vehicle operator pay?
Alabama ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Alabama pays motor vehicle operators the most?
Birmingham, AL, with a median of $53,120 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.