Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in Shreveport, Louisiana (May 2026)
CDL pay in Shreveport, Louisiana averages $2,662/week (median $2,000) through May 2026. Based on 1,425 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 30% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,101. Louisiana handles some of the highest freight tonnage in the US through the Port of New Orleans and Port of South Louisiana on the lower Mississippi, with heavy petrochemical and energy freight on I-10 / I-20 / I-49.
What changed in May 2026
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What CDL drivers are earning across Shreveport, Louisiana
Across active CDL postings in Shreveport, Louisiana 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) | $2,225 | $2,000 | 638 |
| Company Driver (W2) | $1,603 | $1,550 | 434 |
| Owner Operator | $7,219 | $7,250 | 353 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
How drivers spend their time on the road in Shreveport, Louisiana
The route mix in Shreveport, Louisiana this month tilts OTR: 9% regional, 89% OTR, 0% local, 1% semi-local — drawn from active postings, not historical surveys.
Guaranteed pay is on offer at 1% of Shreveport, Louisiana postings; dedicated routes at 26%; take-truck-home at 89%. Pet-friendly policies appear at 71% and riders-allowed at 69%.
Where Shreveport, Louisiana differs from the Louisiana baseline
The largest gap is on average weekly pay: Shreveport, Louisiana sits 4% above the Louisiana baseline.
Driving CDL in Louisiana
Louisiana handles some of the highest freight tonnage in the US through the Port of New Orleans and the Port of South Louisiana on the lower Mississippi. Petrochemical and energy freight on I-10 / I-20 / I-49 is the dominant industrial segment. Hurricane season (June-November) drives both shutdowns and rebound-rate spikes; insurance premiums are correspondingly elevated. Louisiana has a low-to-moderate graduated state income tax. New Orleans bridge restrictions and Atchafalaya Basin weather can complicate route planning. Cost of living is below the national average.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in Shreveport, Louisiana
- Best owner-operator companies in Shreveport, Louisiana
- CDL driver salary in Louisiana
How we compile these rankings
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 May 2026.