Updated November 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Redondo Beach, California (November 2026)
$2,201/week — that's the average CDL driver wage in Redondo Beach, California as of November 2026. Median weekly pay sits at $1,850, computed against active postings in Lanefinder's index. Based on 701 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 32% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,078. California freight is dominated by the Port of LA / Long Beach complex, Central Valley agriculture, and the Inland Empire warehouse cluster along I-10 and I-15.
What changed in November 2026
No major rank changes this month — the top carriers have held their positions since October 2026.
Redondo Beach, California CDL salary by hiring type
Across active CDL postings in Redondo Beach, California 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,604 | $1,550 | 352 |
| Independent Contractor (1099) | $2,376 | $2,250 | 238 |
| Owner Operator | $7,441 | $7,700 | 111 |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
What Redondo Beach, California drivers actually run
Of active CDL postings in Redondo Beach, California this month, 13% are regional and 79% are OTR (long-haul). Local and semi-local routes account for the remaining 8%.
Guaranteed pay is on offer at 2% of Redondo Beach, California postings; dedicated routes at 37%; take-truck-home at 75%. Pet-friendly policies appear at 63% and riders-allowed at 60%.
How Redondo Beach, California compares to California
| Redondo Beach, California | California | Delta | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average weekly pay | $2,201 | $2,270 | -3% |
| Dedicated routes | 37% | 32% | +5 pt |
Source: Lanefinder index, November 2026
Redondo Beach, California's biggest divergence from California is on dedicated routes, 5 points above the state baseline.
Driving CDL in California
California is one of the toughest states to drive CDL in the country, and one of the most lucrative for the right setup. CARB emissions rules are the strictest in the US, so engine year and compliance matter for fleet work — if you're owner-op, check current CARB rules before buying a truck. Drayage out of LA / Long Beach and warehouse-rotation work in the Inland Empire pay above the national average, but cost of living is brutal. The mountain passes (Grapevine, Donner, plus high winds on Cajon) add real winter complexity that most other Southwest lanes don't. Drivers with serious mountain experience earn it back.
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Where this data comes from
Four weighted components. Compensation carries 30% and includes pay percentile, sign-on bonus tier, guaranteed-pay availability, and settlement frequency. FMCSA safety carries 25%, built from five SAFER dimensions. Benefits carry 25%, scored separately for W2 versus owner-operator carriers. Operational performance carries 20%, measuring application responsiveness and fleet scale. Updated November 2026.