Updated November 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Draper, Utah (November 2026)
CDL pay in Draper, Utah averages $2,706/week (median $2,100) through November 2026. Based on 1,140 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 31% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,181. Utah freight centers on Salt Lake City's I-15 / I-80 crossroads, which connects Pacific Coast distribution to the Mountain West interior, with growing technology and outdoor-gear manufacturing adding to traditional mining and energy freight.
What changed in November 2026
No major rank changes this month — the top carriers have held their positions since October 2026.
How CDL pay breaks down in Draper, Utah
Across active CDL postings in Draper, Utah 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) | $2,412 | $2,250 | 513 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,605 | $1,575 | 353 |
| Owner Operator | $7,280 | $7,500 | 274 |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
What Draper, Utah drivers actually run
Of active CDL postings in Draper, Utah this month, 9% are regional and 89% are OTR (long-haul). Local and semi-local routes account for the remaining 2%.
Guaranteed pay is on offer at 2% of Draper, Utah postings; dedicated routes at 30%; take-truck-home at 86%. Pet-friendly policies appear at 69% and riders-allowed at 67%.
Draper, Utah vs Utah: the numbers that diverge
The largest gap is on average weekly pay: Draper, Utah sits 4% above the Utah baseline.
Driving CDL in Utah
Utah freight centers on Salt Lake City's I-15 / I-80 crossroads, which connects Pacific Coast distribution to the Mountain West interior. Growing technology (Silicon Slopes), outdoor gear manufacturing, and traditional mining and energy freight all add to the lane mix. Mountain driving is operational reality, not exception — Parley's Canyon east of SLC and the Wasatch passes are winter variables. Cost of living is moderate. Utah has a moderate flat state income tax. Drug and alcohol testing follows federal FMCSA rules, including the Clearinghouse, same as everywhere else.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Draper, Utah
- Best owner-operator companies in Draper, Utah
- CDL driver salary in Utah
The methodology behind the 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 November 2026.