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Driver/Sales Worker Salary in New York City
Driver/Sales Workers in the New York City area earn a median of $20.91/hr — based on BLS OEWS May 2024.
At median pay, that's roughly $43,493/year, $836/week, or $3,622/month (40-hour week, before taxes).
About driver/sales workers
Job duties, work environment, and education based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What driver/sales workers do
Delivery drivers and driver/sales workers pick up, transport, and deliver packages and small shipments within a local region or territory. They load and unload cargo, verify delivery items against invoices, collect payments or signatures, and plan routes for efficient delivery. Some driver/sales workers also sell products or services to customers along their routes and are responsible for building customer relationships.
Work environment
Delivery drivers work independently, spending most of their day driving and making deliveries. The work is physically demanding, requiring frequent lifting and carrying of packages. Drivers work in all weather conditions and must navigate traffic. Work hours vary — many start early in the morning. The growth of e-commerce has increased demand and the pace of delivery work.
How to become one
A high school diploma is typically required. Drivers must have a valid driver's license, and some positions require a commercial driver's license (CDL) depending on vehicle size. Employers typically provide on-the-job training. A clean driving record and the ability to meet physical demands (lifting 50+ pounds) are important requirements.
Similar occupations
Source: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook — bls.gov/ooh. BLS content is in the public domain.
Hourly wage ranges
| Percentile | Hourly | Annual (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (10th) | $15.36 | $31,949 |
| 25th percentile | $16.81 | $34,965 |
| Median (50th) | $20.91 | $43,493 |
| 75th percentile | $24.59 | $51,147 |
| Top earners (90th) | $28.87 | $60,050 |
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024 · Annual estimate = hourly × 2,080 hrs · Actual annual income varies by hours worked and schedule.
Driver/Sales Workers — Hourly Pay Distribution
Percentile range from entry-level to top earners
How New York City compares
Driver/Sales Workers pay by metro
| Metro | Median/hr |
|---|---|
| New York City | $20.91 |
| Los Angeles | $20.87 |
| Miami | $19.73 |
| Trenton-Princeton | $17.93 |
| Chicago | $17.77 |
| New Haven | $17.20 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford | $17.01 |
| Philadelphia | $15.85 |
| Houston | $14.08 |
Driver/Sales Workers — Median Hourly Pay by Metro
Sorted by median pay, highest to lowest
Job outlook for Driver/Sales Workers
National employment projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
🔵 Little or no change
+0.3% projected growth, 2024–2034
+1,600
2024–2034
~67,200
New + replacement
467,200
2024 estimate
High school diploma
Entry-level
On-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034. Published August 2025. National-level projections — local growth may differ.
Skills & qualifications
Key skills and knowledge areas from O*NET OnLine, plus representative tools compiled by Bespree for driver/sales workers.
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Service Orientation
- Social Perceptiveness
- Monitoring
- Customer and Personal Service
- English Language
- Transportation
- Sales and Marketing
- Mathematics
- Delivery trucks
- GPS navigation systems
- Hand trucks
- Mobile payment devices
- Route optimization software
Skills and knowledge data from O*NET OnLine, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Used under CC BY 4.0. O*NET® is a trademark of the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Bespree has selected and summarized a subset of this information. USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications. Tools & technology listed are representative examples compiled by Bespree.
Commute-adjusted effective wage
What you actually earn after subtracting the cost of getting to work.
Effective hourly wage after estimated commute costs, based on a 40-hr work week.
| Commute mode | Monthly cost | Hourly impact | Effective wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| No commute cost (baseline) | — | — | $20.91 |
| NYC Subway (unlimited monthly) | ~$132/mo | −$0.76/hr | $20.15/hr |
| Driving + parking (estimate) | ~$550/mo | −$3.17/hr | $17.74/hr |
Methodology: Commute cost is deducted from median hourly wage assuming 2,080 working hours per year (52 weeks × 40 hrs). Costs are directional estimates based on published transit fares or AAA average variable driving costs. Actual costs vary by distance, schedule, vehicle, and commute days.
NYC Subway (unlimited monthly): MTA 30-day unlimited pass, 2024 rate.
Driving + parking (estimate): AAA avg variable cost + typical NYC street/garage parking.
Local job market
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Public-sector pay signals
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BLS estimates 23,350 driver/sales workers employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA area, or 15 per 1,000 jobs. (BLS OEWS May 2024)
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Data source: Wage data is from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, BLS OEWS May 2024. Job outlook data is from the BLS Employment Projections program (BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034). BLS data is in the public domain. Occupation profile content summarized from the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook. Skills and knowledge data from O*NET OnLine, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, used under CC BY 4.0. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Bespree has selected and summarized a subset of this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications. Tools & technology listed are representative examples compiled by Bespree. BLS.gov cannot vouch for the data or analyses derived from these data after retrieval. Wage figures are estimates and do not constitute a guarantee of earnings. Actual pay depends on employer, experience, certifications, and hours worked. Weekly and monthly earnings shown assume a 40-hour work week and are pre-tax estimates. Commute cost figures are directional estimates based on published transit fares and AAA average variable driving cost data; actual commute costs vary.