Old Dominion Freight Line vs Walmart Transportation
Two of the highest-paying driving positions compared. Old Dominion offers daily home time with profit sharing. Walmart offers the highest base pay with weekly home time.
Old Dominion Freight Line
- Pay
- $65,000 - $100,000+
- Fleet
- 10,000+ tractors
- Rating
- 4.5/5
Walmart Transportation
- Pay
- $87,000 - $110,000+
- Fleet
- 12,000+ trucks
- Rating
- 4.7/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
Old Dominion Freight Line
ODFL pays $65K-$100K+ with profit sharing.
Walmart Transportation
Walmart pays $87K-$110K+ -- highest in the industry.
Home Time
Old Dominion Freight Line
City drivers home daily.
Walmart Transportation
Home weekly on regional DC routes.
Benefits
Old Dominion Freight Line
Profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase.
Walmart Transportation
6% 401(k), stock purchase, safety bonuses.
Training/Support
Old Dominion Freight Line
1 year CDL-A required.
Walmart Transportation
30 months verifiable experience.
Equipment/Technology
Old Dominion Freight Line
Modern LTL fleet.
Walmart Transportation
Newest private fleet in America.
Our Verdict
Walmart pays more but Old Dominion may offer better quality of life with daily home time for city drivers. Both are pinnacle driving positions. Some drivers prefer being home every night (ODFL) over the pay premium (Walmart).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which should I target?
Both. Apply to ODFL at 1 year and Walmart at 30 months. Take whichever hires you first.
Is daily home time worth $20K less?
Many drivers say yes. Being home every night for dinner and bedtime has real family value.
Can I do both?
Different types of driving (LTL vs private fleet). You'd choose one path.