Hire Truck Drivers in Texas

Texas moves more truck tonnage than any other state. The combination of no income tax, the Port of Houston (#1 tonnage), Laredo (#1 land port), DFW distribution, and the oil/gas industry creates unmatched freight volume and driver demand.

Texas drivers earn $52,000-$70,000 per year. No income tax means more take-home pay. Permian Basin oil field drivers earn $70,000-$100,000+. DFW and Houston metro drivers are at the higher end of the standard range.

DFW leads in raw numbers due to its distribution density. Houston is close behind with port and petrochemical demand. San Antonio, Austin, and Laredo each have distinct, growing needs.

Laredo handles more US-Mexico trade by value than any other port of entry. Cross-border freight creates massive demand for dry van and reefer drivers willing to work border-area routes. FAST card holders earn premium rates.

Every equipment type is in high demand. Dry van (distribution), tanker (oil/gas/chemical), flatbed (construction, oil field), reefer (food, cross-border produce), and intermodal (Houston port) all face strong demand.