CDL schools in North Carolina
We found 6 schools offering CDL & truck driving training in North Carolina, with campuses in Wilmington, Thomasville, Smithfield, and Fayetteville and more. Truck drivers in North Carolina earn a median $51,530 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in NC
- $51,530
6 CDL & truck driving schools
School results
Davidson-Davie Community College
Thomasville, NC · Public
- CDL & truck driving
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +21
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Miller-Motte College - Fayetteville
Fayetteville, NC · Private
- CDL & truck driving
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +2
Miller-Motte College - Jacksonville
Jacksonville, NC · Private
- CDL & truck driving
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
What truck drivers earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Truck driver salary in North CarolinaHow to become a truck driver
- Median pay
- $51,530
- $24.77 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,400–$76,360
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 62,400
- 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 North Carolina?
We list 6 schools in North Carolina with CDL & truck driving programs: 3 public colleges and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Wilmington, Thomasville, Smithfield, Fayetteville, and Jacksonville.
Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in North Carolina?
Yes. 3 public colleges in North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,776 to $26,409. 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 North Carolina?
The median pay for truck drivers in North Carolina is $51,530 a year, and most earn between $39,400 and $76,360, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CDL & truck driving school in North Carolina?
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)
- California (6)
- South Carolina (6)