Updated July 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Nashua, New Hampshire (July 2026)
Nashua, New Hampshire CDL drivers average $2,969 per week, median $2,118, as of July 2026. Pay varies meaningfully by hiring type — the breakdown by W2, owner-op, and 1099 is below. Based on 1,138 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 31% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $1,927. New Hampshire freight runs on I-93 and I-95 connecting to the greater Boston market, with light manufacturing, distribution for northern New England, and construction-materials freight from the state's quarrying industry.
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Nashua, New Hampshire CDL salary by hiring type
Across active CDL postings in Nashua, New Hampshire 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) | $2,313 | $2,100 | 515 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,587 | $1,540 | 327 |
| Owner Operator | $7,619 | $7,500 | 296 |
Source: Lanefinder index, July 2026
How drivers spend their time on the road in Nashua, New Hampshire
Of active CDL postings in Nashua, New Hampshire this month, 9% are regional and 88% are OTR (long-haul). Local and semi-local routes account for the remaining 3%.
Across Nashua, New Hampshire CDL postings: 2% with guaranteed pay, 28% dedicated, 86% take-truck-home, 70% pet-friendly, 67% riders-allowed.
Nashua, New Hampshire vs New Hampshire: the numbers that diverge
The largest gap is on average weekly pay: Nashua, New Hampshire sits 5% above the New Hampshire baseline.
Driving CDL in New Hampshire
New Hampshire freight runs on I-93 and I-95 connecting to the greater Boston market. Light manufacturing, distribution for northern New England, and construction materials from the state's quarrying industry comprise most loads. NH has no state income tax and no general sales tax — popular pull factor for drivers based here who run other-state lanes. Cost of living is moderate; winter is severe. Generally favorable trucking regulations. The granite quarries in the central state generate heavy, axle-load-sensitive freight.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Nashua, New Hampshire
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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 July 2026.