Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Riverton, Utah (May 2026)
$2,966/week average, $2,150 median for CDL drivers in Riverton, Utah (May 2026). Based on 1,119 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 30% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,223. Utah freight centers on Salt Lake City's I-15 / I-80 crossroads, which connects Pacific Coast distribution to the Mountain West interior, with growing technology and outdoor-gear manufacturing adding to traditional mining and energy freight.
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What CDL drivers are earning across Riverton, Utah
Across active CDL postings in Riverton, Utah 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) | $2,326 | $2,100 | 480 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,599 | $1,560 | 353 |
| Owner Operator | $7,333 | $7,500 | 286 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
What Riverton, Utah drivers actually run
9% of Riverton, Utah's active CDL postings are regional and 89% are OTR; local plus semi-local accounts for the rest (2%).
Across Riverton, Utah CDL postings: 1% with guaranteed pay, 28% dedicated, 86% take-truck-home, 71% pet-friendly, 68% riders-allowed.
How Riverton, Utah compares to Utah
Among the figures above, average weekly pay is where Riverton, Utah differs most from Utah — 12% above statewide.
Driving CDL in Utah
Utah freight centers on Salt Lake City's I-15 / I-80 crossroads, which connects Pacific Coast distribution to the Mountain West interior. Growing technology (Silicon Slopes), outdoor gear manufacturing, and traditional mining and energy freight all add to the lane mix. Mountain driving is operational reality, not exception — Parley's Canyon east of SLC and the Wasatch passes are winter variables. Cost of living is moderate. Utah has a moderate flat state income tax. The state has unusually strict CDL drug-testing and reporting; check requirements if relocating from elsewhere.
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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 May 2026.