Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Concord, New Hampshire (May 2026)
CDL pay in Concord, New Hampshire averages $3,155/week (median $2,200) through May 2026. Based on 1,121 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 31% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,057. New Hampshire freight runs on I-93 and I-95 connecting to the greater Boston market, with light manufacturing, distribution for northern New England, and construction-materials freight from the state's quarrying industry.
What changed in May 2026
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How CDL pay breaks down in Concord, New Hampshire
Across active CDL postings in Concord, New Hampshire 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) | $2,263 | $2,100 | 513 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,600 | $1,600 | 306 |
| Owner Operator | $7,462 | $7,500 | 302 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
What Concord, New Hampshire drivers actually run
Of active CDL postings in Concord, New Hampshire this month, 9% are regional and 89% are OTR (long-haul). Local and semi-local routes account for the remaining 2%.
Across Concord, New Hampshire CDL postings: 1% with guaranteed pay, 27% dedicated, 88% take-truck-home, 70% pet-friendly, 69% riders-allowed.
How Concord, New Hampshire compares to New Hampshire
The largest gap is on average weekly pay: Concord, New Hampshire sits 11% above the New Hampshire baseline.
Driving CDL in New Hampshire
New Hampshire freight runs on I-93 and I-95 connecting to the greater Boston market. Light manufacturing, distribution for northern New England, and construction materials from the state's quarrying industry comprise most loads. NH has no state income tax and no general sales tax — popular pull factor for drivers based here who run other-state lanes. Cost of living is moderate; winter is severe. Generally favorable trucking regulations. The granite quarries in the central state generate heavy, axle-load-sensitive freight.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Concord, New Hampshire
- Best owner-operator companies in Concord, New Hampshire
- CDL driver salary in New Hampshire
The methodology behind the rankings
Pay carriers against each other within the same market (30%). Layer a weighted FMCSA SAFER safety percentile on top (25%). Score the benefits package against what actually matters for the hiring type — W2 health/financial benefits or owner-op operational perks (25%). Finish with operational performance: responsiveness to driver applications plus fleet scale (20%). All percentiles are recomputed monthly. Updated May 2026.