Question 1

How much does a CDL driver make in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

The average CDL truck driver in Cranston, Rhode Island earns $3,149 per week, or approximately $163,748 per year. The median weekly pay is $2,150, based on 1,135 current job listings.

Question 2

What do the top 10% of CDL drivers earn in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

The top 10% of CDL drivers in Cranston, Rhode Island earn $7,000 per week, which works out to roughly $364,000 per year. Weekly pay ranges from $300 to $11,000.

Question 3

How does W2 pay compare to Owner Operator pay in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Pay varies significantly by hiring type in Cranston, Rhode Island. Average weekly pay by category: Owner Operator at $7,473/week, Independent Contractor (1099) at $2,250/week, Company Driver (W2) at $1,590/week. These figures reflect current job listings and may vary based on experience, routes, and carrier.

Question 4

What is the highest paying trucking job in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Among current featured listings, SFI GROUP INC is offering a HIRING  AMAZON OTR/ O-O position paying $7,000–$8,000/week.

Question 5

Are there sign-on bonuses for CDL drivers in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Yes — 342 jobs in Cranston, Rhode Island currently offer sign-on bonuses, with an average bonus of $2,067.

Question 6

What benefits do CDL driving jobs offer in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Based on 1,135 current listings in Cranston, Rhode Island: 28% offer dedicated routes, 1% include guaranteed pay, 70% allow pets, 67% allow riders, 87% let you take the truck home. Benefits vary by carrier and position type.

Question 7

Is CDL driving worth it in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

With 1,135 open positions and an average pay of $163,748 per year in Cranston, Rhode Island, CDL driving remains a strong career option. Top earners make $364,000 per year, and 342 jobs currently offer sign-on bonuses averaging $2,067. Demand for CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce and supply chain needs expand.

Hiring Type	Avg Weekly	Median Weekly	Range	Jobs
Independent Contractor (1099)	$2,250	$2,050	$300 — $4,500	518	View Jobs
Company Driver (W2)	$1,590	$1,567	$300 — $3,500	315	View Jobs
Owner Operator	$7,473	$7,500	$300 — $14,000	302	View Jobs

$3,149 /week

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Featured Opportunities in Cranston, Rhode Island

SFI GROUP INC

AD EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC

Karvon Group LLC

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