CDL schools in Ohio
We found 9 schools offering CDL & truck driving training in Ohio, with campuses in Lima, North Canton, Monroe, and Medina and more. Truck drivers in Ohio earn a median $59,800 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 9
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in OH
- $59,800
- Cities with schools
- 2
9 CDL & truck driving schools
School results
Butler Technology and Career Development Schools
Monroe, OH · Public
- CDL & truck driving
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +10
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University of Northwestern Ohio
Lima, OH · Private
- CDL & truck driving
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +5
Washington County Career Center-Adult Technical Training
Marietta, OH · Public
- CDL & truck driving
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +8
CDL schools by city
What truck drivers earn in Ohio
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $59,800
- $28.75 an hour
- Typical range
- $43,670–$77,650
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OH
- 83,060
- 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 Ohio?
We list 9 schools in Ohio with CDL & truck driving programs: 6 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Lima, North Canton, Monroe, Medina, and Zanesville.
Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in Ohio?
Yes. 6 public colleges in Ohio 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 Ohio?
Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,889 to $21,807. 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 Ohio?
The median pay for truck drivers in Ohio is $59,800 a year, and most earn between $43,670 and $77,650, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CDL & truck driving school in Ohio?
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)
- Utah (9)
- Wisconsin (9)
- Mississippi (8)
- Washington (7)
- California (6)
- North Carolina (6)
- South Carolina (6)