Updated November 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Parma, Ohio (November 2026)
In Parma, Ohio as of November 2026, the typical CDL driver brings home $2,395 per week (median $1,962). Based on 1,685 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 31% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $1,991. 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 3.4% ($2,479 → $2,395).
- median weekly pay fell by 1.9% ($2,000 → $1,962).
- average sign-on bonus rose by 1.3% ($1,966 → $1,991).
Where Parma, Ohio differs from the Ohio baseline
| Parma, Ohio | Ohio | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,395 | $2,104 | +14% |
| Take-truck-home | 86% | 79% | +7 pt |
| Riders-allowed policies | 67% | 60% | +7 pt |
| Pet-friendly fleets | 68% | 63% | +5 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
The largest gap is on average weekly pay: Parma, Ohio sits 14% above the Ohio baseline.
What CDL drivers are earning across Parma, Ohio
Across active CDL postings in Parma, 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) | $2,255 | $2,100 | 747 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,555 | $1,500 | 568 |
| Owner Operator | $7,095 | $7,000 | 370 |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
Lane mix and benefits across Parma, Ohio
The route mix in Parma, Ohio this month tilts OTR: 15% regional, 82% OTR, 2% local, 1% semi-local — drawn from active postings, not historical surveys.
Across Parma, Ohio CDL postings: 2% with guaranteed pay, 29% dedicated, 86% take-truck-home, 68% 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
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.