Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Bossier City, Louisiana (May 2026)
Active CDL job postings in Bossier City, Louisiana pay $2,662/week on average (median $2,000) through May 2026. Based on 1,425 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 30% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,101. Louisiana handles some of the highest freight tonnage in the US through the Port of New Orleans and Port of South Louisiana on the lower Mississippi, with heavy petrochemical and energy freight on I-10 / I-20 / I-49.
What changed in May 2026
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What CDL drivers are earning across Bossier City, Louisiana
Across active CDL postings in Bossier City, Louisiana 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) | $2,225 | $2,000 | 638 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,603 | $1,550 | 434 |
| Owner Operator | $7,219 | $7,250 | 353 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
Lane mix and benefits across Bossier City, Louisiana
9% of Bossier City, Louisiana's active CDL postings are regional and 89% are OTR; local plus semi-local accounts for the rest (2%).
Across Bossier City, Louisiana CDL postings: 1% with guaranteed pay, 26% dedicated, 89% take-truck-home, 71% pet-friendly, 69% riders-allowed.
Where Bossier City, Louisiana differs from the Louisiana baseline
Among the figures above, average weekly pay is where Bossier City, Louisiana differs most from Louisiana — 4% above statewide.
Driving CDL in Louisiana
Louisiana handles some of the highest freight tonnage in the US through the Port of New Orleans and the Port of South Louisiana on the lower Mississippi. Petrochemical and energy freight on I-10 / I-20 / I-49 is the dominant industrial segment. Hurricane season (June-November) drives both shutdowns and rebound-rate spikes; insurance premiums are correspondingly elevated. Louisiana has a low-to-moderate graduated state income tax. New Orleans bridge restrictions and Atchafalaya Basin weather can complicate route planning. Cost of living is below the national average.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Bossier City, Louisiana
- Best owner-operator companies in Bossier City, Louisiana
- CDL driver salary in Louisiana
How we compile these 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.