Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Salary in Virginia (2026)

Complete salary breakdown for Commercial Driver's License (CDL)s in Virginia, including experience levels, metro areas, and employer types.

Median Salary
$50380
Hourly Rate
$24.22
Salary Range
$37440 - $76780
Compared to National Average
-7.3%
Compared to State Average
Varies by region

Salary by Experience

Salary Range

Base$50,380
10th$33,696
25th$34,632
50th$37,440
75th$40,248
90th$41,184

Salaries by Experience Level

Experience LevelSalary
Entry Level$37,440
Mid Career$50,380
Experienced$76,780

Salary by City

CityMetro AreaMedian Salary90th PercentileCost of Living Index
RichmondRichmondRichmond5100066300100
Virginia Beach-NorfolkVirginia Beach-NorfolkVirginia Beach-Norfolk4950064350100
RoanokeRoanokeRoanoke4780062140100

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