Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers — Job Outlook
Employment projections for 2024–2034 from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Projected Growth
+4.0%
2024–2034
Annual Openings
237,600
projected per year
Outlook Rating
As fast as averageWhat This Means
Employment of heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers is projected to grow +4.0% from 2024 to 2034. This is about as fast as the average for all occupations.
About 237,600 openings are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force.
The median annual wage for this occupation was $57,440 as of the latest data. About 2,070,480 people were employed in this role.
Typical Entry-Level Education
High School Diploma