Truck Driver Salary in Laramie
2026 salary data for CDL-A, CDL-B, non-CDL, and owner-operator truck drivers in Laramie, Wyoming. Compare local pay to state and national averages.
CDL-A Avg
$60,653
CDL-B Avg
$42,720
Non-CDL Avg
$44,755
Owner-Op Gross
$187,200
Salary Comparison by License Type
How Laramie truck driver pay compares across CDL-A, CDL-B, non-CDL, and owner-operator categories.
Cost of Living in Laramie
Laramie's cost of living is 9% below the national average. Your trucking salary stretches further here than in most cities.
Cost-of-Living Adjusted Pay
Nominal CDL-A Salary
$60,653
Adjusted Purchasing Power
$66,652
After adjusting for Laramie's cost of living index of 91, a CDL-A salary of $60,653 provides the same purchasing power as $66,652 in an average-cost area. Your money goes further in Laramie than the raw salary suggests.
Laramie vs Wyoming vs National Average
| Metric | Laramie | WY Avg | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDL-A Average | $60,653 | $63,180 | $58,710 |
| vs State | $-2,527 | ||
| vs National | +$1,943 | ||
| Cost of Living | 91 | 93 | 100 |
| Adjusted Purchasing Power | $66,652 | $67,935 | $58,710 |
Salary Trend in Laramie
Laramie trucking wages have softened slightly as freight volumes in higher education (university of wyoming) and railroad (union pacific) have moderated. Experienced CDL-A drivers with a clean record remain the hardest seats for carriers to fill, which puts a floor under pay at that end of the market.
Which carriers run freight through Laramie?
These are large carriers with a real presence in the region. We do not publish what any of them pays in Laramie — that is a number only the carrier and the driver know, and it moves with the account, the lane and your record.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 Laramie
These industries generate the most freight volume and trucking employment in the Laramie market.
Find Trucking Jobs in Laramie
Browse CDL driver positions in Laramie, WY from top carriers and local companies.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Pay in Laramie
What is the average truck driver salary in Laramie, WY?
CDL-A truck drivers in Laramie, Wyoming earn an average of $60,653 per year. Actual pay varies based on experience, endorsements, and whether you drive OTR, regional, or local routes. The Laramie market is influenced by higher education (university of wyoming) and railroad (union pacific) freight demand.
How much do owner-operators make in Laramie?
Owner-operators based in Laramie gross approximately $187,200 annually before expenses. After deducting fuel, insurance, maintenance, and truck payments, net income typically ranges from $71,136 to $89,856. The Laramie area's cost of living index of 91 is below the national average by 9%.
Is Laramie a good city for trucking jobs?
Laramie offers strong trucking employment thanks to its higher education (university of wyoming) and railroad (union pacific) 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.