Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Lawrence, Indiana (May 2026)
Active CDL job postings in Lawrence, Indiana pay $2,478/week on average (median $1,925) through May 2026. Based on 1,735 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 31% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,058. 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.
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How Lawrence, Indiana compares to Indiana
| Lawrence, Indiana | Indiana | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,478 | $2,044 | +21% |
| Take-truck-home | 88% | 79% | +9 pt |
| Pet-friendly fleets | 71% | 63% | +8 pt |
| Riders-allowed policies | 68% | 61% | +7 pt |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 83% | 70% | +13 pt |
| Local routes | 2% | 9% | -7 pt |
| Regional routes | 14% | 19% | -5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
Among the figures above, average weekly pay is where Lawrence, Indiana differs most from Indiana — 21% above statewide.
Lawrence, Indiana CDL salary by hiring type
Across active CDL postings in Lawrence, 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) | $2,203 | $2,000 | 733 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,534 | $1,500 | 605 |
| Owner Operator | $7,058 | $7,000 | 397 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
Lane mix and benefits across Lawrence, Indiana
14% of Lawrence, Indiana's active CDL postings are regional and 83% are OTR; local plus semi-local accounts for the rest (3%).
Across Lawrence, Indiana CDL postings: 2% with guaranteed pay, 27% dedicated, 88% take-truck-home, 71% pet-friendly, 68% riders-allowed.
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.
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Where this data comes from
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.