Truck Driver Salary in Roswell
2026 salary data for CDL-A, CDL-B, non-CDL, and owner-operator truck drivers in Roswell, New Mexico. Compare local pay to state and national averages.
CDL-A Avg
$50,976
CDL-B Avg
$40,512
Non-CDL Avg
$41,366
Owner-Op Gross
$168,000
Salary Comparison by License Type
How Roswell truck driver pay compares across CDL-A, CDL-B, non-CDL, and owner-operator categories.
Cost of Living in Roswell
Roswell's cost of living is 11% below the national average. Your trucking salary stretches further here than in most cities.
Cost-of-Living Adjusted Pay
Nominal CDL-A Salary
$50,976
Adjusted Purchasing Power
$57,276
After adjusting for Roswell's cost of living index of 89, a CDL-A salary of $50,976 provides the same purchasing power as $57,276 in an average-cost area. Your money goes further in Roswell than the raw salary suggests.
Roswell vs New Mexico vs National Average
| Metric | Roswell | NM Avg | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDL-A Average | $50,976 | $53,100 | $58,710 |
| vs State | $-2,124 | ||
| vs National | $-7,734 | ||
| Cost of Living | 89 | 91 | 100 |
| Adjusted Purchasing Power | $57,276 | $58,352 | $58,710 |
Salary Trend in Roswell
Trucking pay in Roswell has remained steady, supported by consistent freight demand from oil & gas (permian basin) and dairy farming. The New Mexico market offers reliable work with predictable earnings for CDL drivers.
Which carriers run freight through Roswell?
These are large carriers with a real presence in the region. We do not publish what any of them pays in Roswell — that is a number only the carrier and the driver know, and it moves with the account, the lane and your record. Ask for it in cents per mile alongside the expected weekly miles.
- Werner Enterprises
- Prime Inc.
- Ryder
- Knight-Swift
Read our carrier profiles for pay structure, home time and equipment on each one.
Industries Driving Trucking Demand in Roswell
These industries generate the most freight volume and trucking employment in the Roswell market.
Find Trucking Jobs in Roswell
Browse CDL driver positions in Roswell, NM from top carriers and local companies.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Pay in Roswell
What is the average truck driver salary in Roswell, NM?
CDL-A truck drivers in Roswell, New Mexico earn an average of $50,976 per year. Actual pay varies based on experience, endorsements, and whether you drive OTR, regional, or local routes. The Roswell market is influenced by oil & gas (permian basin) and dairy farming freight demand.
How much do owner-operators make in Roswell?
Owner-operators based in Roswell gross approximately $168,000 annually before expenses. After deducting fuel, insurance, maintenance, and truck payments, net income typically ranges from $63,840 to $80,640. The Roswell area's cost of living index of 89 is below the national average by 11%.
Is Roswell a good city for trucking jobs?
Roswell offers strong trucking employment thanks to its oil & gas (permian basin) and dairy farming sectors. The city's cost of living is below the national average, which means your paycheck goes further here than in many metros. CDL drivers with hazmat or tanker endorsements can earn 10-20% above the city average.