How much does a Truck Driver make in Rhode Island?

BLS puts the average Truck Driver pay in Rhode Island at $59,660 a year (BLS, May 2025). On that pay in Rhode Island, after federal taxes, FICA, and Rhode Island state taxes, your estimated take-home pay is approximately $47,840 annually ($3,987/month).

What is the take-home pay for a Truck Driver in Rhode Island?

On a $59,660 salary in Rhode Island, your take-home pay is approximately $47,840/year or $3,987/month. Federal tax: $4,979. State tax: $1,620. FICA: $4,564. RI Temporary Disability: $656.

Is $59,660 a good Truck Driver salary?

$59,660 is the BLS average Truck Driver pay in Rhode Island, about the same as the US average of $59,710 (BLS, May 2025). The middle 50% in Rhode Island earn between $50,330 and $64,250.

How do Rhode Island taxes affect Truck Driver salaries?

Rhode Island levies state income tax on top of federal taxes. Your estimated state tax on $59,660 is $1,620. Your total effective tax rate is approximately 19.8%.

What are the career growth prospects for Truck Drivers?

In Rhode Island, the top 10% earn over $75,120 and the bottom 10% under $45,600 (BLS, May 2025). 4% growth through 2032 (about as fast as average). Related roles include: Long Haul Driver, Local Delivery Driver, Owner Operator, Tanker Driver, Flatbed Driver.

How can a Truck Driver in Rhode Island reduce their tax bill?

Maximize your 401(k) contribution ($24,500 in 2026) to reduce taxable income. An HSA ($4,400 single / $8,750 family) adds further pre-tax savings. These strategies can save thousands annually — use our calculator to see your exact savings.

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Truck Driver Salary in Rhode Island (2026)

Average Truck Driver pay in Rhode Island

$59,660/year

≈ $29/hour before tax

Middle 50% earn $50,330–$64,250

US average: $59,710

Source: BLS, May 2025

After tax (single filer)

$47,840/year

$3,987/month · effective tax rate 19.81%

Federal $4,979
State $1,620
Disability / leave $656
FICA $4,564
Take-home

Pay by role in Rhode Island

Sr Owner-Operator (Class A / I-95 Corridor)$108,000–$245,000+ OT
Sr LTL Linehaul Driver (FedEx / UPS / ODFL)$78,000–$125,000+ OT
Sr Container Drayage (Port of Providence)$78,000–$125,000+ OT
Sr Tanker / Hazmat Driver$82,000–$125,000+ OT
Sr Amazon DSP / Last-Mile Driver$58,000–$92,000+ OT
Sr CVS Health Pharmaceutical Distribution$72,000–$115,000+ OT

See all 10 roles with notes

See the full tax breakdown

Category	Amount
Annual Take-Home Pay	$47,840
Monthly Take-Home Pay	$3,987
Biweekly Take-Home Pay	$1,840
Hourly Take-Home Pay based on 2,080 hrs/year	$23/hr
Federal Tax	$4,979
State Tax	$1,620
RI Temporary Disability	$656
FICA Taxes	$4,564
Effective Tax Rate total taxes ÷ gross salary	19.81%

Estimates only — not tax advice. · Full disclaimer →

Not all Truck Drivers earn the same — not even close

Rhode Island's truck driver market is anchored by RI Northeast Corridor (I-95 + I-195 + I-295 + Route 95 + the substantial RI I-95 NYC-Boston corridor + the substantial Providence freight + the substantial post-IIJA 2021 federal funding), Port of Providence + ProvPort + the substantial RI port + intermodal freight, CVS Health Woonsocket distribution (the substantial CVS Health pharmaceutical distribution + the substantial CVS Pharmacy retail distribution as one of country's substantial US pharmacy logistics networks), Hasbro Pawtucket toy distribution + RI warehouse + logistics (Walmart Distribution + Stop & Shop + Amazon Johnston DPM5 + Amazon Cranston + Amazon Smithfield + the substantial post-2020 RI distribution + the substantial Amazon RI substantial growth), RI grocery + retail distribution (Stop & Shop + Shaw's + Job Lot + Roche Bros + the substantial RI retail distribution), plus Teamsters Local 251 Providence + the substantial RI Teamsters + CDL pipeline.

Sr Owner-Operator (Class A / I-95 Corridor)

$108,000–$245,000+ OT

Owner-op · RI I-95 NYC-Boston corridor + Northeast Corridor

Sr LTL Linehaul Driver (FedEx / UPS / ODFL)

$78,000–$125,000+ OT

LTL at FedEx + UPS + ODFL + XPO + Teamsters · I-95 + I-195 corridor

Sr Container Drayage (Port of Providence)

$78,000–$125,000+ OT

Port of Providence + ProvPort container drayage · ILA + Teamsters

Sr Tanker / Hazmat Driver

$82,000–$125,000+ OT

Tanker + hazmat at RI fuel + chemical + CVS pharma + post-2020 RI demand

Sr Amazon DSP / Last-Mile Driver

$58,000–$92,000+ OT

Amazon DSP last-mile at Johnston + Cranston + Smithfield + post-2020 substantial

Sr CVS Health Pharmaceutical Distribution

$72,000–$115,000+ OT

CVS Health Woonsocket distribution + CVS Pharmacy retail logistics

Sr Regional Driver (RI-MA / RI-CT / RI-NY)

$68,000–$108,000+ OT

Regional · RI-MA + RI-CT + RI-NY cross-border · home daily/weekly

Sr Refrigerated / Reefer Driver

$75,000–$115,000+ OT

Reefer at Stop & Shop + Shaw + CVS Health pharma + post-2020 food

Mid-Career Driver (3-6 yrs)

$58,000–$85,000+ OT

Mid-career at RI major fleets · transitioning to senior band

New Hire Driver (CDL-A)

$48,000–$68,000+ OT

New hire · CCRI CDL pipeline · entry OTR + regional band

Worth knowing: RI I-95 NYC-Boston Northeast Corridor freight + Port of Providence + CVS Health Woonsocket pharmaceutical distribution + Amazon Johnston + Hasbro Pawtucket tetra-anchor is one of the country's distinctive concentrated US single-state Northeast Corridor + East Coast port + Fortune 4 pharma distribution + heritage US toy distribution truck driver cluster and a feature most national truck driver surveys understate for RI. RI Northeast Corridor (I-95 + I-195 + I-295 + Route 95 + the substantial RI I-95 NYC-Boston corridor + the substantial Providence freight + the substantial post-IIJA 2021 federal funding). Port of Providence + ProvPort (the substantial RI port + intermodal freight). CVS Health Woonsocket distribution (the substantial CVS Health pharmaceutical distribution + the substantial CVS Pharmacy retail distribution as one of country's substantial US pharmacy logistics networks). Hasbro Pawtucket toy distribution. RI warehouse + logistics (Walmart Distribution + Stop & Shop + Amazon Johnston DPM5 + Amazon Cranston + Amazon Smithfield + the substantial post-2020 RI distribution). RI grocery + retail distribution (Stop & Shop + Shaw's + Job Lot + Roche Bros). Teamsters Local 251 Providence. The 2025 No Tax on Overtime federal deduction applies through 2028 only to drivers owed overtime; the Motor Carrier Act (29 USC 213(b)(1)) exempts drivers of trucks over 10,000 lb hauling interstate freight, even on local routes. RI NOT a RTW state + RI progressive top 5.99% anchor the RI truck driver proposition.

Sources & Methodology

Salary figures are market estimates for Truck Drivers in Rhode Island and vary by employer, specialty, seniority, and metro. Take-home math assumes a single filer with no dependents, the standard deduction, and Rhode Island 2026 state rates. Local taxes, insurance premiums, and pre-tax contributions will move your number — run the calculator for your own situation.

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