Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Bloomington, Indiana (May 2026)
$2,494/week — that's the average CDL driver wage in Bloomington, Indiana as of May 2026. Median weekly pay sits at $1,950, computed against active postings in Lanefinder's index. Based on 1,699 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 31% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,061. Indiana freight centers on Indianapolis as a major Midwest crossroads, where I-65 / I-70 / I-74 intersect, supporting automotive supply chains, pharmaceuticals, and a large steel-producing northwest corridor near Gary.
What changed in May 2026
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How Bloomington, Indiana compares to Indiana
| Bloomington, Indiana | Indiana | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,494 | $2,044 | +22% |
| Take-truck-home | 89% | 79% | +10 pt |
| Pet-friendly fleets | 72% | 63% | +9 pt |
| Riders-allowed policies | 69% | 61% | +8 pt |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 84% | 70% | +14 pt |
| Local routes | 1% | 9% | -8 pt |
| Regional routes | 14% | 19% | -5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
The largest gap is on average weekly pay: Bloomington, Indiana sits 22% above the Indiana baseline.
What CDL drivers are earning across Bloomington, Indiana
Across active CDL postings in Bloomington, Indiana 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) | $2,201 | $2,000 | 731 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,567 | $1,500 | 576 |
| Owner Operator | $7,052 | $7,000 | 392 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
What Bloomington, Indiana drivers actually run
The route mix in Bloomington, Indiana this month tilts OTR: 14% regional, 84% OTR, 1% local, 1% semi-local — drawn from active postings, not historical surveys.
Guaranteed pay is on offer at 2% of Bloomington, Indiana postings; dedicated routes at 26%; take-truck-home at 89%. Pet-friendly policies appear at 72% and riders-allowed at 69%.
Driving CDL in Indiana
Indiana freight centers on Indianapolis as a major Midwest crossroads — I-65, I-70, I-74, and I-69 all intersect here. Automotive parts (Subaru, Honda, Toyota plus Tier-1 suppliers), pharmaceutical distribution tied to Eli Lilly, FedEx Indianapolis (FedEx's second hub after Memphis Worldhub), and Amazon regional fulfillment all drive consistent lane demand. Cost of living is below the national average. Indiana has a low flat state income tax — among the lower rates in the Midwest. Northwest Indiana (Gary/Hammond) is steel-and-chemical industrial; treat it as Chicago-overflow.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Bloomington, Indiana
- Best owner-operator companies in Bloomington, Indiana
- CDL driver salary in Indiana
How we compile these rankings
Four weighted components. Compensation carries 30% and includes pay percentile, sign-on bonus tier, guaranteed-pay availability, and settlement frequency. FMCSA safety carries 25%, built from five SAFER dimensions. Benefits carry 25%, scored separately for W2 versus owner-operator carriers. Operational performance carries 20%, measuring application responsiveness and fleet scale. Updated May 2026.