Truck Driver Salary in Oregon
Complete 2026 salary data for CDL and non-CDL truck drivers in Oregon. Compare pay by license type, see cost of living adjustments, and find the highest-paying cities.
CDL-A Avg
$58,800
CDL-B Avg
$47,200
Non-CDL Avg
$40,200
Owner-Op Gross
$210,000
Salary Comparison by License Type
How Oregon truck driver pay compares across CDL-A, CDL-B, non-CDL, and owner-operator categories.
Cost of Living in Oregon
Oregon's cost of living is 13% above the national average. Factor this into salary comparisons with lower-cost states.
Cost-of-Living Adjusted Pay
Nominal CDL-A Salary
$58,800
Adjusted Purchasing Power
$52,035
After adjusting for Oregon's cost of living index of 113, a CDL-A salary of $58,800 provides the same purchasing power as $52,035 in an average-cost area. This means the higher nominal salary is partially offset by higher expenses.
Top Paying Cities in Oregon
These cities offer the highest average truck driver salaries in Oregon based on freight volume, distribution center density, and local demand.
Salary Trend in Oregon
Oregon trucking pay is moderate, impacted by the state's weight-mile tax (instead of fuel tax) that affects operating costs. Portland port activity and timber hauling provide consistent work.
Oregon vs National Average
| Category | OR | National | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDL-A Average | $58,800 | $58,710 | +$90 |
| Cost of Living | 113 | 100 | +13 |
| Adjusted Pay | $52,035 | $58,710 | $-6,675 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Pay in Oregon
What is the average trucker salary in Oregon?
Oregon CDL-A drivers average $58,800. Portland drivers earn the most ($64,200) servicing the Port of Portland and the I-5 corridor distribution network.
What is Oregon's weight-mile tax and how does it affect drivers?
Oregon charges trucks over 26,000 lbs a weight-mile tax instead of a fuel tax. Owner-operators must carefully track miles driven in Oregon and pay quarterly, which adds administrative burden but means no fuel tax at the pump.
What types of freight are common in Oregon?
Timber and lumber from Cascade Range forests, agricultural products (wine grapes, hazelnuts, Christmas trees), Port of Portland container freight, and Nike/Columbia distribution logistics from the Portland metro.