Updated November 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Medford, Oregon (November 2026)
As of November 2026, CDL drivers in Medford, Oregon are earning a weekly average of $2,372 (median $2,000). Based on 746 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 33% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,101. Oregon freight moves on I-5 north-south through Portland and Eugene, with the Port of Portland handling bulk grain and auto imports, and agricultural and forestry exports — wheat, hay, lumber — generating significant outbound volumes.
What changed in November 2026
- average sign-on bonus fell by 1.2% ($2,126 → $2,101).
What CDL drivers are earning across Medford, Oregon
Across active CDL postings in Medford, Oregon 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) | $2,427 | $2,250 | 306 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,620 | $1,575 | 295 |
| Owner Operator | $7,153 | $7,500 | 145 |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
Lane mix and benefits across Medford, Oregon
The route mix in Medford, Oregon this month tilts OTR: 12% regional, 87% OTR, 1% local, 1% semi-local — drawn from active postings, not historical surveys.
Across Medford, Oregon CDL postings: 2% with guaranteed pay, 30% dedicated, 85% take-truck-home, 68% pet-friendly, 66% riders-allowed.
Medford, Oregon vs Oregon: the numbers that diverge
| Medford, Oregon | Oregon | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,372 | $2,471 | -4% |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 87% | 82% | +5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
Among the figures above, OTR (long-haul) routes is where Medford, Oregon differs most from Oregon — 5 points above statewide.
Driving CDL in Oregon
Oregon freight moves on I-5 north-south through the Willamette Valley (Portland-Salem-Eugene), with the Port of Portland handling bulk grain (one of the largest US wheat-export terminals) and auto imports. Agricultural and forestry exports — wheat, hay, lumber, Christmas trees in season — generate significant outbound volume. Mountain passes on I-84 east are winter operational variables. Oregon has no general sales tax but a high graduated state income tax. Cost of living in Portland is high; rural OR is more affordable.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Medford, Oregon
- Best owner-operator companies in Medford, Oregon
- CDL driver salary in Oregon
How we compile these 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 November 2026.