Updated November 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Mansfield, Ohio (November 2026)
$2,403/week — that's the average CDL driver wage in Mansfield, Ohio as of November 2026. Median weekly pay sits at $1,950, computed against active postings in Lanefinder's index. Based on 1,706 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 32% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $1,986. Ohio sits at the center of the US manufacturing belt, with I-70 / I-71 / I-75 forming a freight grid through Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati and major automotive, steel, and chemical supply chains driving consistent lane demand.
What changed in November 2026
- average weekly pay fell by 3.3% ($2,485 → $2,403).
- median weekly pay fell by 2.5% ($2,000 → $1,950).
Mansfield, Ohio vs Ohio: the numbers that diverge
| Mansfield, Ohio | Ohio | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,403 | $2,104 | +14% |
| Take-truck-home | 87% | 79% | +8 pt |
| Riders-allowed policies | 67% | 60% | +7 pt |
| Pet-friendly fleets | 69% | 63% | +6 pt |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 82% | 71% | +11 pt |
| Local routes | 2% | 7% | -5 pt |
| Regional routes | 15% | 20% | -5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
Among the figures above, average weekly pay is where Mansfield, Ohio differs most from Ohio — 14% above statewide.
What CDL drivers are earning across Mansfield, Ohio
Across active CDL postings in Mansfield, Ohio 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) | $2,247 | $2,050 | 752 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,559 | $1,500 | 572 |
| Owner Operator | $7,102 | $7,000 | 382 |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
Lane mix and benefits across Mansfield, Ohio
Of active CDL postings in Mansfield, Ohio this month, 15% are regional and 82% are OTR (long-haul). Local and semi-local routes account for the remaining 3%.
Across Mansfield, Ohio CDL postings: 2% with guaranteed pay, 29% dedicated, 87% take-truck-home, 69% pet-friendly, 67% riders-allowed.
Driving CDL in Ohio
Ohio sits at the center of the US manufacturing belt and runs about as much through-freight as any state. I-70, I-71, I-75, and the Ohio Turnpike form a freight grid that's flat, generally well-maintained, and forgiving for newer drivers — Ohio is one of the better states to gain initial OTR experience. The Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati metros each anchor distinct lane profiles (auto and distribution among them). Winter operational risk is real — lake-effect off Erie, freezing rain in the central part of the state — but less extreme than the Great Plains states. Ohio cost of living is below the national average, which makes the income math work better than the headline pay numbers suggest.
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How we compile these rankings
Lanefinder's ranking algorithm weights compensation at 30%, FMCSA SAFER safety at 25%, benefits at 25%, and operational performance at 20%. Compensation reflects pay percentile plus sign-on bonus, guaranteed pay, and settlement-frequency adjustments. Benefits scoring is hiring-type-aware. Operational performance comes mostly from how carriers handle real driver applications. Updated November 2026.