How Much Does a Tow Truck Driver Make in the United States ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Tow Truck Driver Salary in the United States

As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Tow Truck Driver in the US is $48,767, equivalent to $23 per hour, $938 weekly, or $4,064 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Tow Truck Driver in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Tow Truck Driver in the US vary widely, spanning from $40,374 to $59,541. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,374) and 75th percentile ($54,406), while top earners (90th percentile) make $59,541 per year. This $10,032 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Retail Industry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Tow Truck Driver often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Tow Truck Driver Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Tow Truck Driver Salary $40,374 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Tow Truck Driver Salary $44,374 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Tow Truck Driver Salary $48,767 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Tow Truck Driver Salary $54,406 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Tow Truck Driver Salary $59,541 US April 01, 2026
25% $44,374 10% $40,374 90% $59,541 75% $54,406 $48,767 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Tow Truck Driver ?

A tow truck (also called a wrecker, a breakdown truck, recovery vehicle or a breakdown lorry) is a truck used to move disabled, improperly parked, impounded, or otherwise indisposed motor vehicles. This may involve recovering a vehicle damaged in an accident, returning one to a drivable surface in a mishap or inclement weather, or towing or transporting one via flatbed to a repair shop or other location. A tow truck is distinct from a motor carrier that moves multiple new or used vehicles simultaneously in routine transport operations....

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    Light Truck Driver I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Tow Truck Driver

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Light Truck Driver III

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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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 Tow Truck Driver in the United States. The base salary for Tow Truck Driver ranges from $44,374 to $54,406 with the average base salary of $48,767. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,249 to $57,288 with the average total cash compensation of $50,054.

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