Owner Operator Truck Driver Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does an Owner Operator Truck Driver make in Chicago, IL? The average Owner Operator Truck Driver salary in Chicago, IL is $47,605 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $42,021 and $54,597. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Owner Operator Truck Driver

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CDL A OTR Owner Operator Truck Driver
MGR Freight System, Inc. -
Job Description. MGR Freight Systems OTR Owner Operator Truck Drivers Earn Up to $90K Gross Annually that Respects Your Schedule and Home Time Needs. 80% of Gro
- 23 days ago
CDL A OTR Owner Operator Truck Driver
MGR Freight System, Inc. -
Job Description. MGR Freight Systems OTR Owner Operator Truck Drivers Earn Up to $90K Gross Annually that Respects Your Schedule and Home Time Needs. 80% of Gro
- 23 days ago
Owner Operator - CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver
Ace Doran - CENTRAL , LA
With Options for Regional Routes for Owner Operator Truck Drivers, Find the Freedom You Deserve at Ace Doran. CDL-A Owner Operator Truck Driver Jobs Offer. EARN
- 57 days ago
Owner Operator - CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver
Ace Doran - TRUMANN , AR
With Options for Regional Routes for Owner Operator Truck Drivers, Find the Freedom You Deserve at Ace Doran. CDL-A Owner Operator Truck Driver Jobs Offer. EARN
- 57 days ago
Owner Operator - CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver
Ace Doran - LOUISVILLE , KY
With Options for Regional Routes for Owner Operator Truck Drivers, Find the Freedom You Deserve at Ace Doran. CDL-A Owner Operator Truck Driver Jobs Offer. EARN
- 85 days ago
Owner Operator - CDL-A Flatbed Truck Driver
Ace Doran - SOUTH BEND , IN
With Options for Regional Routes for Owner Operator Truck Drivers, Find the Freedom You Deserve at Ace Doran. CDL-A Owner Operator Truck Driver Jobs Offer. EARN
- 85 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Owner Operator Truck Driver in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Owner Operator Truck Driver ranges from $42,021 to $54,597 with the average base salary of $47,605. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $42,196 to $54,984 with the average total cash compensation of $47,859.

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