Quick answer: CDL truck drivers in Tennessee earn a median of $58,620 per year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). This page lists accredited CDL truck driver schools in Tennessee with local wage data and median graduate earnings for each school.
Choosing a CDL truck driver program in Tennessee comes down to accreditation, schedule, and how each school prepares you for the field. For context, the state median annual wage for this occupation is approximately $58,620 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
The school listings below are sorted by proximity to Programs. Each entry includes the school name, address, and the credentials offered. Use the Tennessee figures above as a reference point when comparing program length, schedule, and tuition.
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Graduation rate
30%
Median earnings, 10 years after entry
25%
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20%
Retention rate
15%
Fully online availability
10%
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#1
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville
Annual Wage by Percentile - Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck DriversSource: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers annual wage percentiles
Percentile
Annual wage
10th
$40,140
25th
$47,960
50th (median)
$58,640
75th
$69,120
90th
$79,380
Projected employment growth, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers, 2024-2034Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024-2034
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers employment projection 2024 to 2034
Year
Employment
2024
2,235,100
2034 projected
2,324,400
Percent change
+4.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does CDL truck driver training take in Tennessee?
CDL truck driver certificate programs in Tennessee typically take 6 to 12 months of full-time study, while associate degree programs generally run about 2 years. Actual completion time depends on schedule (full-time vs. part-time) and any prerequisite coursework.
How much do CDL truck drivers earn in Tennessee?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), CDL truck drivers in Tennessee earned a median annual wage of approximately $58,620. Pay varies with experience, certification, and employer; the 10th to 90th percentile range was approximately $39,960 to $83,280 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).
How many CDL truck driver schools are in Tennessee?
The schools listed above are within about 800 miles of Programs. Compare them by tuition, program length, and the credential each one awards.
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Data sources
Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.
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Provider
Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
