Updated May 2026
CDL Driver Salary in West Jordan, Utah (May 2026)
$2,964/week — that's the average CDL driver wage in West Jordan, Utah as of May 2026. Median weekly pay sits at $2,150, computed against active postings in Lanefinder's index. Based on 1,120 active CDL postings in Lanefinder's index. 30% of postings include a sign-on bonus, averaging $2,221. 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.
What changed in May 2026
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What CDL drivers are earning across West Jordan, Utah
Across active CDL postings in West Jordan, 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) | $1,598 | $1,560 | 354 |
| Owner Operator | $7,333 | $7,500 | 286 |
Source: Lanefinder index, May 2026
Lane mix and benefits across West Jordan, Utah
9% of West Jordan, Utah's active CDL postings are regional and 89% are OTR; local plus semi-local accounts for the rest (2%).
Guaranteed pay is on offer at 1% of West Jordan, Utah postings; dedicated routes at 28%; take-truck-home at 86%. Pet-friendly policies appear at 71% and riders-allowed at 68%.
How West Jordan, Utah compares to Utah
Among the figures above, average weekly pay is where West Jordan, Utah differs most from Utah — 11% 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.
Related guides
- Best trucking companies in West Jordan, Utah
- Best owner-operator companies in West Jordan, Utah
- CDL driver salary in Utah
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.