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
Pay
Walmart Transportation
Walmart pays $87K-$110K+ -- the best private fleet pay.
FedEx Freight
FedEx Freight pays $60K-$95K with structured increases.
Home Time
Walmart Transportation
Home weekly on DC routes.
FedEx Freight
City drivers home daily.
Benefits
Walmart Transportation
6% 401(k) match, stock purchase, safety bonuses.
FedEx Freight
Pension, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, FedEx corporate.
Training/Support
Walmart Transportation
30 months required.
FedEx Freight
1 year required.
Equipment/Technology
Walmart Transportation
Newest private fleet.
FedEx Freight
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.