Updated November 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Greeley, Colorado (November 2026)
In Greeley, Colorado as of November 2026, the average weekly CDL pay is $2,741 with a median of $2,150. Both figures are computed against currently-active job postings, not historical surveys. Based on 1,161 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 32% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,029. Colorado trucking centers on the I-25 / I-70 cross at Denver, with energy-sector freight from the Denver-Julesburg (DJ) Basin's Niobrara play in Weld County and produce flows (peaches, apples, vegetables) out of the Western Slope.
What changed in November 2026
- average weekly pay fell by 4.6% ($2,872 → $2,741).
- median weekly pay fell by 2.3% ($2,200 → $2,150).
Greeley, Colorado vs Colorado: the numbers that diverge
| Greeley, Colorado | Colorado | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,741 | $2,405 | +14% |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 90% | 85% | +5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
Among the figures above, average weekly pay is where Greeley, Colorado differs most from Colorado — 14% above statewide.
How CDL pay breaks down in Greeley, Colorado
Across active CDL postings in Greeley, Colorado 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) | $2,381 | $2,225 | 526 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,638 | $1,600 | 342 |
| Owner Operator | $7,219 | $7,500 | 293 |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
How drivers spend their time on the road in Greeley, Colorado
Of active CDL postings in Greeley, Colorado this month, 9% are regional and 90% are OTR (long-haul). Local and semi-local routes account for the remaining 1%.
Guaranteed pay is on offer at 2% of Greeley, Colorado postings; dedicated routes at 30%; take-truck-home at 88%. Pet-friendly policies appear at 70% and riders-allowed at 67%.
Driving CDL in Colorado
Colorado trucking centers on the I-25 / I-70 crossroads at Denver, with I-70 westbound the gateway to the Mountain West. Mountain passes and canyons — Eisenhower Tunnel (above 11,000 ft), Vail Pass, and Glenwood Canyon — are the dominant operational variable. Chain laws are aggressively enforced on I-70 from September through May. Elevation affects engine performance, brakes, and HOS realism. Cost of living along the Front Range is high relative to the Mountain West interior. Colorado has a moderate flat state income tax. Western Slope produce, DJ Basin energy in the northeast, and Denver last-mile distribution round out the lane mix.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Greeley, Colorado
- Best owner-operator companies in Greeley, Colorado
- CDL driver salary in Colorado
The methodology behind the rankings
Carriers are scored against carriers in their own market. The composite is 30% compensation (pay + bonus + guaranteed pay + settlement cadence), 25% FMCSA safety, 25% benefits (W2 vs owner-op scoring), and 20% operational performance (responsiveness + fleet scale). No paid placement — the weights are the same for every carrier in the index. Updated November 2026.