Home Daily Trucking Jobs
Home daily trucking jobs keep you in your own bed every night. Routes typically stay within 100-200 miles of your home terminal. These positions are the most popular among drivers with families, though they tend to pay slightly less than OTR or regional roles due to high demand and lower mileage.
Schedule Details
Typical Schedule
Out 8-12 hours, home every night
Average Pay Range
$50,000 - $72,000
Job Types with Home Daily Schedule
These trucking positions commonly offer home daily home time.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Sleep in your own bed every night
- Consistent, predictable schedule
- Better work-life balance for families
- Less wear and tear from life on the road
- Regular meals and exercise routine possible
Cons
- Generally lower pay than OTR or regional
- More physical work (loading/unloading common)
- City traffic and tight delivery windows
- Often requires 1+ year experience to qualify
- Limited availability in rural areas
Best For
Drivers with families, those who value routine and predictability, and experienced drivers transitioning from OTR who want a better quality of life without leaving the industry.
Top Companies for Home Daily Jobs
Best States for Home Daily Jobs
These states have the highest concentration of home daily trucking positions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do home daily truck drivers make?
Home daily CDL drivers typically earn $50,000-$72,000 annually. LTL city drivers and food distribution drivers tend to earn at the higher end. Pay varies significantly by metro area — drivers near major cities earn $5,000-$10,000 more than rural locations.
Do home daily jobs require experience?
Most home daily positions require 1+ year of CDL experience. Some LTL carriers like FedEx Freight will hire drivers with 6 months of experience. Entry-level local positions exist but are less common than OTR entry roles.
What is the biggest downside of home daily trucking?
Lower pay compared to OTR and regional is the primary downside. Home daily drivers typically earn $5,000-$15,000 less annually. Many local routes also involve physical loading/unloading and navigating congested urban areas.