Hire Truck Drivers in Missouri
Access our network of 48,000+ CDL drivers in Missouri. Average wages of $48,000-$64,000/year with high demand across all equipment types.
Missouri Driver Market Overview
Driver Pool
48,000+
Avg. Wage
$48,000-$64,000/year
Demand Level
high
CDL Schools
55+ CDL schools
Our Turnover
63%
Top Hiring Cities in Missouri
#1
Kansas City
#2
St. Louis
#3
Springfield
#4
Columbia
#5
Joplin
Major Employers in Missouri
Ford (Claycomo)
GM (Wentzville)
Anheuser-Busch
Amazon MCI2-MCI5
Bass Pro Shops
Cargill
Hire Drivers in Missouri by Equipment
Select an equipment type to see Missouri-specific driver availability and requirements.
Dry Van
Class A
Demand: high
Reefer
Class A
Demand: high
Flatbed
Class A
Demand: high
Step Deck
Class A
Demand: high
Hotshot
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Demand: high
Box Truck
Class B (26,001+ lbs GVWR); non-CDL for under 26,000 lbs
Demand: high
Car Hauler
Class A
Demand: high
Tanker
Class A
Demand: high
Power Only
Class A
Demand: high
Intermodal
Class A
Demand: high
CDL Training Pipeline in Missouri
55+ CDL schools
CDL training programs in Missouri
Missouri's CDL training infrastructure produces a steady pipeline of new drivers. Combined with our national network, we can match your Missouri-based positions with both local graduates and experienced drivers from neighboring states.
Why Hire Drivers in Missouri
Lowest fuel tax in the country — 17.0 cents/gallon
KC and STL are dual freight hubs covering different markets
I-44/I-70/I-55/I-49 intersection creates maximum connectivity
Automotive and food/beverage manufacturing drive steady freight
No toll roads — combined with low fuel tax, great for owner-operators
Hiring Drivers in Missouri — FAQ
Missouri has the lowest fuel tax in the US (17.0 cents/gallon), no toll roads, and two major freight hubs (KC and STL). For owner-operators and fleets, this translates to significant operational cost savings compared to neighboring Illinois or Kansas.
Missouri drivers earn $48,000-$64,000 per year. The extremely low fuel tax and no tolls mean owner-operators keep more of their earnings. KC-metro and STL-metro rates are higher than outstate Missouri.
Yes, they are distinct markets. Kansas City focuses on transcontinental freight (I-70, I-35, rail) and food processing. St. Louis focuses on automotive (Ford, GM), beer (Anheuser-Busch), and river-barge-to-truck transfers.
Dry van (retail distribution, beverage), flatbed (automotive parts, construction), and reefer (food processing, agriculture) are the top three. Kansas City's rail hub also drives intermodal demand.
Missouri can reach 70% of the US population within one day's drive. This central positioning means companies based here can offer drivers diverse lane options, which helps with recruitment and retention.