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Walmart Transportation vs FedEx Freight

Private fleet (Walmart) vs LTL (FedEx Freight). Walmart pays more but requires more experience and offers weekly home time. FedEx offers daily home time with pension.

Walmart Transportation

Pay
$87,000 - $110,000+
Fleet
12,000+ trucks
Rating
4.7/5

FedEx Freight

Pay
$60,000 - $95,000
Fleet
15,000+ tractors
Rating
4.1/5

Head-to-Head Comparison

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Total Score

Pay

Walmart Transportation

10/10

Walmart pays $87K-$110K+ -- the best private fleet pay.

FedEx Freight

8/10

FedEx Freight pays $60K-$95K with structured increases.

Home Time

Walmart Transportation

8/10

Home weekly on DC routes.

FedEx Freight

9/10

City drivers home daily.

Benefits

Walmart Transportation

9/10

6% 401(k) match, stock purchase, safety bonuses.

FedEx Freight

9/10

Pension, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, FedEx corporate.

Training/Support

Walmart Transportation

5/10

30 months required.

FedEx Freight

7/10

1 year required.

Equipment/Technology

Walmart Transportation

9/10

Newest private fleet.

FedEx Freight

8/10

Large standardized fleet.

Our Verdict

Walmart for maximum pay if you have 30 months experience. FedEx Freight for daily home time and pension with just 1 year experience. Both are premium positions. Some drivers prefer FedEx Freight's daily home time over Walmart's higher pay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to get?

FedEx Freight requires 1 year vs Walmart's 30 months. FedEx is more accessible.

Is daily home time worth the pay difference?

For many drivers with families, yes. Being home every night has real value.

Does FedEx have a pension?

Yes, which Walmart does not. Over a career, this has significant value.

Learn More About These Companies

Walmart Transportation

Bentonville, AR · 12,000+ trucks

FedEx Freight

Memphis, TN · 15,000+ tractors