Updated November 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Pasco, Washington (November 2026)
Through November 2026, Pasco, Washington CDL drivers earn $2,855 per week on average. The median is $2,200; the distribution by hiring type and the active-posting count both follow. Based on 1,059 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 32% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,063. 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.
What changed in November 2026
- median weekly pay rose by 2.3% ($2,150 → $2,200).
- average sign-on bonus fell by 1% ($2,084 → $2,063).
Where Pasco, Washington differs from the Washington baseline
| Pasco, Washington | Washington | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,855 | $2,579 | +11% |
| OTR (long-haul) routes | 89% | 81% | +8 pt |
| Local routes | 1% | 6% | -5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
The largest gap is on average weekly pay: Pasco, Washington sits 11% above the Washington baseline.
What CDL drivers are earning across Pasco, Washington
Across active CDL postings in Pasco, 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) | $2,387 | $2,200 | 486 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,616 | $1,542 | 307 |
| Owner Operator | $7,324 | $7,500 | 266 |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
How drivers spend their time on the road in Pasco, Washington
9% of Pasco, Washington's active CDL postings are regional and 89% are OTR; local plus semi-local accounts for the rest (2%).
Across Pasco, Washington CDL postings: 2% with guaranteed pay, 29% dedicated, 87% take-truck-home, 69% pet-friendly, 67% 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 (Snoqualmie on I-90, Stevens on US-2) are aggressive winter operational variables; chain laws apply liberally from November through March (commercial vehicles must carry chains Nov 1 to Apr 1). 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 Pasco, Washington
- Best owner-operator companies in Pasco, Washington
- CDL driver salary in Washington
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.