Hire Truck Drivers in New Jersey
Access our network of 48,000+ CDL drivers in New Jersey. Average wages of $56,000-$74,000/year with very high demand across all equipment types.
New Jersey Driver Market Overview
Driver Pool
48,000+
Avg. Wage
$56,000-$74,000/year
Demand Level
very high
CDL Schools
60+ CDL schools
Our Turnover
71%
Top Hiring Cities in New Jersey
#1
Newark
#2
Jersey City
#3
Edison
#4
Elizabeth
#5
Camden
#6
Linden
Major Employers in New Jersey
Port Newark-Elizabeth
Amazon (10+ FCs)
Johnson & Johnson
Campbell Soup
Sysco
Hire Drivers in New Jersey by Equipment
Select an equipment type to see New Jersey-specific driver availability and requirements.
Dry Van
Class A
Demand: very high
Reefer
Class A
Demand: very high
Flatbed
Class A
Demand: very high
Step Deck
Class A
Demand: very high
Hotshot
Class A or B (varies by GVWR); some non-CDL under 26,000 lbs
Demand: very high
Box Truck
Class B (26,001+ lbs GVWR); non-CDL for under 26,000 lbs
Demand: very high
Car Hauler
Class A
Demand: very high
Tanker
Class A
Demand: very high
Power Only
Class A
Demand: very high
Intermodal
Class A
Demand: very high
CDL Training Pipeline in New Jersey
60+ CDL schools
CDL training programs in New Jersey
New Jersey's CDL training infrastructure produces a steady pipeline of new drivers. Combined with our national network, we can match your New Jersey-based positions with both local graduates and experienced drivers from neighboring states.
Why Hire Drivers in New Jersey
Port Newark-Elizabeth is the busiest East Coast container port
Highest density of warehouse space per square mile in the US
Proximity to NYC creates unlimited last-mile delivery demand
Pharmaceutical manufacturing corridor needs specialized drivers
Highest per-mile rates in the Northeast reflect demand
Hiring Drivers in New Jersey — FAQ
New Jersey has the highest concentration of warehouse and distribution space per square mile in the US. Combined with Port Newark-Elizabeth (busiest East Coast container port) and proximity to NYC, the demand for drivers is relentless.
New Jersey drivers earn $56,000-$74,000 per year, among the highest in the nation. Port drayage drivers and hazmat chemical haulers can exceed $80,000. However, the extremely high cost of living partially offsets these wages.
NJ Turnpike tolls ($30-60 per trip), George Washington Bridge ($16+), and other crossings add $200-400 per week in costs. Companies hiring drivers for NJ routes should factor toll reimbursement into their compensation packages.
Truck parking is at critical shortage levels throughout the state, especially near the port complex. This is the #1 complaint from drivers and a significant obstacle to recruitment. Companies with on-site parking have a major advantage.
Intermodal/drayage (port operations) leads demand. Dry van and box truck (last-mile delivery to NYC metro) are close behind. Tanker serves the chemical manufacturing corridor. All equipment types face high demand in NJ.