Truck Driver Salary in Connecticut
Complete 2026 salary data for CDL and non-CDL truck drivers in Connecticut. Compare pay by license type, see cost of living adjustments, and find the highest-paying cities.
CDL-A Avg
$61,980
CDL-B Avg
$50,800
Non-CDL Avg
$49,430
Owner-Op Gross
$225,000
Salary Comparison by License Type
How Connecticut truck driver pay compares across CDL-A, CDL-B, non-CDL, and owner-operator categories.
Cost of Living in Connecticut
Connecticut's cost of living is 21% above the national average. Factor this into salary comparisons with lower-cost states.
Cost-of-Living Adjusted Pay
Nominal CDL-A Salary
$61,980
Adjusted Purchasing Power
$51,223
After adjusting for Connecticut's cost of living index of 121, a CDL-A salary of $61,980 provides the same purchasing power as $51,223 in an average-cost area. This means the higher nominal salary is partially offset by higher expenses.
Which Connecticut metros pay best?
Our estimate for each of these markets, built from the Connecticut average scaled for metro size. Where two metros show the same number it is because they sit in the same population band — we do not hold data fine-grained enough to separate them, and we would rather say so than invent a difference.
Salary by City in Connecticut
Explore detailed truck driver salary data for individual cities in Connecticut, including cost of living adjustments, top employers, and local market trends.
Salary Trend in Connecticut
Connecticut trucking wages are steady, supported by proximity to New York City freight markets and the I-95 corridor. The state's small size favors regional and local driving positions.
Connecticut vs National Average
| Category | CT | National | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDL-A Average | $61,980 | $59,710 | +$2,270 |
| Cost of Living | 121 | 100 | +21 |
| Adjusted Pay | $51,223 | $59,710 | $-8,487 |
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Connecticut
Pay on this page is the statewide picture. These are the actual seats we are filling in Connecticut, each with its own pay, home time and requirements.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$62,000 - $88,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$64,000 - $90,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$65,000 - $92,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$65,500 - $92,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$67,500 - $95,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$68,500 - $96,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$72,000 - $101,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$48,000 - $67,500/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$54,000 - $76,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$54,500 - $77,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$59,500 - $84,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$60,500 - $85,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,000/year · Home daily
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Pay in Connecticut
What is the average truck driver salary in Connecticut?
CDL-A drivers in Connecticut earn an average of $61,980. The state's proximity to NYC and Boston freight markets supports above-average wages, though the 121% cost of living offsets some gains.
What types of trucking jobs are common in Connecticut?
Connecticut favors local and regional runs due to its small size. LTL delivery, food distribution, and last-mile e-commerce are major sectors, with many drivers making daily round trips to New York or Boston.
How does Connecticut compare to other New England states for trucking?
Connecticut pays more than most New England states ($61,980 vs. Vermont's $61,100 or Maine's $55,980) but has a higher cost of living. Massachusetts is the closest competitor in the region.
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