Truck Driver Salary in New Hampshire
Complete 2026 salary data for CDL and non-CDL truck drivers in New Hampshire. Compare pay by license type, see cost of living adjustments, and find the highest-paying cities.
CDL-A Avg
$60,600
CDL-B Avg
$45,200
Non-CDL Avg
$48,040
Owner-Op Gross
$190,000
Salary Comparison by License Type
How New Hampshire truck driver pay compares across CDL-A, CDL-B, non-CDL, and owner-operator categories.
Cost of Living in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's cost of living is 6% above the national average. Factor this into salary comparisons with lower-cost states.
Cost-of-Living Adjusted Pay
Nominal CDL-A Salary
$60,600
Adjusted Purchasing Power
$57,170
After adjusting for New Hampshire's cost of living index of 106, a CDL-A salary of $60,600 provides the same purchasing power as $57,170 in an average-cost area. This means the higher nominal salary is partially offset by higher expenses.
Which New Hampshire metros pay best?
Our estimate for each of these markets, built from the New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire
Explore detailed truck driver salary data for individual cities in New Hampshire, including cost of living adjustments, top employers, and local market trends.
| City | CDL-A Avg | Cost of Living | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | $60,600 | 108 | Stable |
| Concord | $58,176 | 106 | Stable |
Salary Trend in New Hampshire
New Hampshire trucking wages are steady, with no state income tax boosting take-home pay. Proximity to Boston freight markets and seasonal tourism create consistent demand.
New Hampshire vs National Average
| Category | NH | National | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDL-A Average | $60,600 | $59,710 | +$890 |
| Cost of Living | 106 | 100 | +6 |
| Adjusted Pay | $57,170 | $59,710 | $-2,540 |
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in New Hampshire
Pay on this page is the statewide picture. These are the actual seats we are filling in New Hampshire, each with its own pay, home time and requirements.
OTR Dry Van Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$61,000 - $86,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$62,500 - $88,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$63,500 - $90,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$64,000 - $90,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$66,000 - $93,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$67,000 - $94,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$70,000 - $99,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$47,000 - $66,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$53,000 - $75,000/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$53,500 - $75,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$59,000 - $83,500/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$45,500 - $64,500/year · Home daily
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Pay in New Hampshire
What do truck drivers earn in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire CDL-A drivers average $60,600 with no state income tax, significantly boosting take-home pay. Manchester and Nashua drivers earn more due to proximity to the Boston logistics market.
How does no state income tax affect NH truckers?
New Hampshire's lack of state income tax means drivers effectively keep 5-7% more of their earnings compared to neighboring Massachusetts or Vermont, making the real take-home pay very competitive.
What freight is common in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire freight includes heating oil delivery (critical in winter), building materials, retail distribution for the southern tier bordering Massachusetts, and seasonal loads for ski resorts and tourism.
What does New Hampshire pay at your experience level?
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