$2,266 /week
~$117,832/year
Average CDL driver pay in Bakersfield, California.
Browse 633 positions in Bakersfield, CaliforniaMedian Weekly
$1,900
Top Pay (90th)
$3,800
Pay Range
$300 – $7,000
Sign-On Bonus
$2,162
avg across 203 jobs
Pay Distribution in Bakersfield, California
How weekly pay is distributed across current job listings.
Salary by Hiring Type in Bakersfield, California
Pay varies significantly between Company Drivers (W2), Owner Operators, and Independent Contractors (1099).
Driver Perks & Benefits in Bakersfield, California
Percentage of current job listings offering each benefit.
2% Guaranteed Pay
35% Dedicated Routes
66% Pets Allowed
64% Riders Allowed
79% Take Truck Home
Route Types in Bakersfield, California
Breakdown of CDL job types by route distance.
Freight Handling in Bakersfield, California
Average freight handling breakdown across 633 jobs.
Drop & Hook34%
No-Touch92%
Live Load58%
Driver Load8%
Featured Opportunities in Bakersfield, California
Top CDL driver positions from verified carriers and preferred partners.
Ali Star Inc
Owner Operator Class A CDL-Must have own truck
$8,000 - $14,000 per week
Class A OTR Owner Operator Power Only, Hazmat tanker, Refrigerated, Flatbed trailer and Dry Van
$8,000 - $14,000 gross total weekly pay. Paid weekly
Home at least 2 weekends.
Zmile Inc
Hazmat CDL-A OTR Driver | $12,500/Month
$2,400 - $2,500 per week
Class A OTR Contract Driver (1099, Solo) Hazmat tanker
$2,400 - $2,500 gross total weekly pay
21 expected days out
KIK LLC
OTR CDL class A Driver
$2,000 - $2,500 per week
Class A OTR Contract Driver (1099, Solo) Dry Van
$2,000 - $2,500 gross total weekly pay
14 - 21 expected days out
Frequently Asked Questions
The average CDL truck driver in Bakersfield, California earns $2,266 per week, or approximately $117,832 per year. The median weekly pay is $1,900, based on 633 current job listings.
The top 10% of CDL drivers in Bakersfield, California earn $3,800 per week, which works out to roughly $197,600 per year. Weekly pay ranges from $300 to $7,000.
Pay varies significantly by hiring type in Bakersfield, California. Average weekly pay by category: Owner Operator at $7,426/week, Independent Contractor (1099) at $2,415/week, Company Driver (W2) at $1,645/week. These figures reflect current job listings and may vary based on experience, routes, and carrier.
Among current featured listings, Ali Star Inc is offering a Owner Operator Class A CDL-Must have own truck position paying $8,000–$14,000/week.
Yes — 203 jobs in Bakersfield, California currently offer sign-on bonuses, with an average bonus of $2,162.
Based on 633 current listings in Bakersfield, California: 35% offer dedicated routes, 2% include guaranteed pay, 66% allow pets, 64% allow riders, 79% let you take the truck home. Benefits vary by carrier and position type.
With 633 open positions and an average pay of $117,832 per year in Bakersfield, California, CDL driving remains a strong career option. Top earners make $197,600 per year, and 203 jobs currently offer sign-on bonuses averaging $2,162. Demand for CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce and supply chain needs expand.