- Open jobs
- 2
- Agencies hiring
- 1
- Median pay in listings
- $23.75/hour
- Median wage in California (BLS)
- $28.96/hour
Truck Driver (CDL) pay in California
The median wage for Truck Driver (CDL) jobs in California is $28.96 per hour ($60,237 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $23.75/hour. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Truck driving jobs need a commercial driver's license (CDL) of the class listed in the job, a DOT medical card and a clean driving record. You can transfer a CDL to California when you move there.
Agencies hiring for Truck Driver (CDL) jobs in California
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Express Employment Professionals | 2 | $23.75/hr |
Cities with the most Truck Driver (CDL) jobs
Rancho Cordova (2)
FAQ
How much does a Truck Driver (CDL) make in California?
The median wage for Truck Driver (CDL) jobs in California is $28.96 per hour (about $60,237 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Truck Driver (CDL) jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $23.75 per hour.
How many Truck Driver (CDL) jobs are open in California?
2 Truck Driver (CDL) jobs from 1 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Truck driving jobs need a commercial driver's license (CDL) of the class listed in the job, a DOT medical card and a clean driving record. You can transfer a CDL to California when you move there.