Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Albany, Oregon (May 2026)
Active CDL job postings in Albany, Oregon pay $2,972/week on average (median $2,150) through May 2026. Based on 1,025 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 31% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $1,976. Oregon freight moves on I-5 north-south through Portland and Eugene, with the Port of Portland handling bulk grain and auto imports, and agricultural and forestry exports — wheat, hay, lumber — generating significant outbound volumes.
What changed in May 2026
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Albany, Oregon vs Oregon: the numbers that diverge
| Albany, Oregon | Oregon | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,972 | $2,559 | +16% |
| Take-truck-home | 87% | 82% | +5 pt |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 87% | 82% | +5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
Among the figures above, average weekly pay is where Albany, Oregon differs most from Oregon — 16% above statewide.
How CDL pay breaks down in Albany, Oregon
Across active CDL postings in Albany, Oregon this month, pay varies meaningfully by hiring type. The breakdown below shows the average and median weekly pay for each.
| Hiring type | Avg/wk | Median/wk | Active postings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Contractor (1099) | $2,258 | $2,100 | 443 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,603 | $1,525 | 313 |
| Owner Operator | $7,387 | $7,500 | 269 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
What Albany, Oregon drivers actually run
Of active CDL postings in Albany, Oregon this month, 10% are regional and 87% are OTR (long-haul). Local and semi-local routes account for the remaining 3%.
Across Albany, Oregon CDL postings: 1% with guaranteed pay, 27% dedicated, 87% take-truck-home, 71% pet-friendly, 68% riders-allowed.
Driving CDL in Oregon
Oregon freight moves on I-5 north-south through the Willamette Valley (Portland-Salem-Eugene), with the Port of Portland handling bulk grain (one of the largest US wheat-export terminals) and auto imports. Agricultural and forestry exports — wheat, hay, lumber, Christmas trees in season — generate significant outbound volume. Mountain passes on I-84 east and on US-26 west of Mt. Hood are winter operational variables. Oregon has no general sales tax but a high graduated state income tax. Cost of living in Portland is high; rural OR is more affordable.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Albany, Oregon
- Best owner-operator companies in Albany, Oregon
- CDL driver salary in Oregon
The methodology behind the rankings
Compensation, FMCSA safety, benefits, and operational performance — weighted 30, 25, 25, and 20 percent respectively. Compensation extends beyond headline pay to include sign-on bonus tier and settlement cadence. Benefits scoring differs by hiring type because the perks that matter to a W2 driver and a contractor are not the same. Updated May 2026.