CDL schools in California
Looking for CDL & truck driving schools in California? There are 6, including 3 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 1 private career school. Truck drivers in California earn a median $60,230 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in CA
- $60,230
6 CDL & truck driving schools
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Los Angeles Trade-Technical College
Los Angeles, CA · Public
- CDL & truck driving
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
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What truck drivers earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Truck driver salary in CaliforniaHow to become a truck driver
- Median pay
- $60,230
- $28.96 an hour
- Typical range
- $41,830–$81,960
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 205,090
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +3.8%
- 214,500 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many CDL & truck driving schools are in California?
We list 6 schools in California with CDL & truck driving programs: 3 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Coalinga, Visalia, El Centro, Soledad, and Los Angeles.
Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in California?
Yes. 3 public colleges in California offer CDL & truck driving. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does CDL & truck driving school cost in California?
Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,935 to $12,323. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do truck drivers make in California?
The median pay for truck drivers in California is $60,230 a year, and most earn between $41,830 and $81,960, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CDL & truck driving school in California?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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CDL schools in other states
- Georgia (21)
- Illinois (17)
- Florida (16)
- Pennsylvania (14)
- Kentucky (13)
- Tennessee (13)
- Texas (12)
- Arkansas (11)
- Kansas (9)
- Ohio (9)
- Utah (9)
- Wisconsin (9)
- Mississippi (8)
- Washington (7)
- North Carolina (6)
- South Carolina (6)