Based on Statistics Canada labour market data · Updated March 2026
The median salary for a Truck Driver in British Columbia is $63,700 per year, according to Statistics Canada labour force data. A Truck Driver transports goods by road across provinces. Salaries can vary based on years of experience, employer size, and the specific region within British Columbia.
Entry-level Truck Drivers in British Columbia typically earn around $45,864, while senior professionals can earn $81,536 or more. Vancouver tends to offer the highest wages within the province, reflecting the higher cost of living in the region.
Estimated annual take-home after federal and British Columbia provincial income tax, CPP, and EI deductions.
A salary of $63,700 translates to roughly $40,785 per year after tax in British Columbia — or about $3,398 per month. With average one-bedroom rent at $2,300/month, housing would consume approximately 68% of your take-home pay, allowing most people to live modestly on this income.
The national median income across all occupations in Canada is approximately $65,000. A Truck Driver salary in British Columbia sits below this benchmark, placing it in a moderate position relative to the broader workforce.