Top 3 Cities for Truck Driving Jobs
No matter what job you have, it’s crossed your mind – is this the best quality of living I can get, based on income and cost of living?
Well, after analyzing the top metro areas with the most truck driving jobs, as well as the most job availability, average annual salary for truckers, median home price, and median annual rent, the good folks at SpareFoot are saying these three cities are the best for truckers.
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta is the home of the Braves – and the capital of Georgia. As the most populous city in the state of Georgia, Atlanta is a cultural and economic hub of the southern state.
Atlanta has the highest share of jobs available for truckers – but more importantly, the highest paying jobs – with an average salary reaching $64,000. Overall, rent is the most affordable, too.
- Average annual salary: $64,000
- Median home price: $274,250
- Median annual rent: $15,576
Charlotte, NC
The Charlotte area is a great choice for truckers, with the pay and rent allowing for a quality lifestyle.
And we gotta say, we’re big fans of Charlotte! We’re a small-town company, sure, but we’re just a short drive from the Queen City, and you can find most of our customer support specialists rocking Panthers gear come football season.
- Average annual salary: $55,000
- Median home price: $204,100
- Median annual rent: $14,976
Columbus, OH
Who doesn’t love Columbus? Not only is it the 15th largest city in the U.S., it’s also the capital and largest city in Ohio.
Columbus has parks and events, a vibrant food scene, and something for everyone – whether you’re a hipster, a family man, or heck, even a trucker!
- Average annual salary: $49,000
- Median home price: $139,940
- Median annual rent: $15,732
No matter what city you’re based in, TruckLogics, a trucking software, can help you manage your transportation business in online. Whether you need an easy IFTA reporting solution, an easy way to generate a bill of lading, or just want to route your hauls with ProMiles – TruckLogics is your best bet.
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