Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Marysville, Washington (May 2026)
In Marysville, Washington as of May 2026, the typical CDL driver brings home $3,093 per week (median $2,150). Based on 1,036 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 31% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,034. Washington freight flows through the Port of Seattle and Port of Tacoma — a major West Coast container complex — with I-5 north-south and I-90 east-west carrying forest-products, agricultural exports from the Yakima Valley, and technology freight.
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How Marysville, Washington compares to Washington
| Marysville, Washington | Washington | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $3,093 | $2,728 | +13% |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 87% | 81% | +6 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
Marysville, Washington's biggest divergence from Washington is on average weekly pay, 13% above the state baseline.
How CDL pay breaks down in Marysville, Washington
Across active CDL postings in Marysville, Washington 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) | $2,266 | $2,100 | 451 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,610 | $1,527 | 310 |
| Owner Operator | $7,385 | $7,500 | 275 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
How drivers spend their time on the road in Marysville, Washington
The route mix in Marysville, Washington this month tilts OTR: 9% regional, 87% OTR, 2% local, 2% semi-local — drawn from active postings, not historical surveys.
Across Marysville, Washington CDL postings: 1% with guaranteed pay, 27% dedicated, 87% take-truck-home, 71% pet-friendly, 68% riders-allowed.
Driving CDL in Washington
Washington freight flows through the Port of Seattle and Port of Tacoma — a major West Coast container complex — with I-5 north-south and I-90 east-west carrying forest-products freight, agricultural exports from the Yakima Valley (apples, hops, wine grapes), and technology-sector loads. Mountain passes on I-90 (Snoqualmie, Stevens) are aggressive winter operational variables; chain laws apply liberally from November through April. Cost of living is high in the Puget Sound metros. Washington has no state income tax — meaningful comp pull for drivers based here.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Marysville, Washington
- Best owner-operator companies in Marysville, Washington
- CDL driver salary in Washington
The methodology behind the rankings
The composite score is 30% compensation, 25% FMCSA safety, 25% benefits, and 20% operational performance. Pay percentiles are computed against carriers currently hiring in each market; FMCSA percentiles come from SAFER and weight unsafe-driving and hours-of-service violations 2× heavier than the other three dimensions. Updated May 2026.