Updated November 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Fishers, Indiana (November 2026)
As of November 2026, CDL drivers in Fishers, Indiana are earning a weekly average of $2,392 (median $1,950). Based on 1,733 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 32% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $1,970. 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 November 2026
No major rank changes this month — the top carriers have held their positions since October 2026.
How Fishers, Indiana compares to Indiana
| Fishers, Indiana | Indiana | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,392 | $2,019 | +18% |
| Take-truck-home | 88% | 78% | +10 pt |
| Pet-friendly fleets | 70% | 62% | +8 pt |
| Riders-allowed policies | 67% | 61% | +6 pt |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 84% | 71% | +13 pt |
| Local routes | 2% | 8% | -6 pt |
| Regional routes | 14% | 19% | -5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
Among the figures above, average weekly pay is where Fishers, Indiana differs most from Indiana — 18% above statewide.
Fishers, Indiana CDL salary by hiring type
Across active CDL postings in Fishers, 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) | $2,254 | $2,050 | 764 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,553 | $1,500 | 587 |
| Owner Operator | $7,065 | $7,000 | 382 |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
What Fishers, Indiana drivers actually run
The route mix in Fishers, Indiana this month tilts OTR: 14% regional, 84% OTR, 2% local, 0% semi-local — drawn from active postings, not historical surveys.
Guaranteed pay is on offer at 2% of Fishers, Indiana postings; dedicated routes at 28%; take-truck-home at 88%. Pet-friendly policies appear at 70% and riders-allowed at 67%.
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
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Where this data comes from
Pay carriers in the same market against each other (30% of the score). Add a five-dimension FMCSA safety percentile from SAFER (25%). Score benefits based on whether the carrier hires W2 drivers or contractors (25%). Layer on employer responsiveness and fleet scale (20%). The weights are fixed and public. Updated November 2026.