CDL schools in Tennessee
Looking for CDL & truck driving schools in Tennessee? There are 13, including 12 public colleges and 1 private career school. Truck drivers in Tennessee earn a median $58,620 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 13
- Public colleges
- 12
- Median pay in TN
- $58,620
- Cities with schools
- 1
CDL schools by city
- Memphis (3 within 30 mi)
What truck drivers earn in Tennessee
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Truck driver salary in TennesseeHow to become a truck driver
- Median pay
- $58,620
- $28.18 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,960–$83,280
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TN
- 64,890
- 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 Tennessee?
We list 13 schools in Tennessee with CDL & truck driving programs: 12 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Chattanooga, Newbern, Crump, Harriman, and Hohenwald.
Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in Tennessee?
Yes. 12 public colleges in Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,573 to $23,958. 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 Tennessee?
The median pay for truck drivers in Tennessee is $58,620 a year, and most earn between $39,960 and $83,280, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CDL & truck driving school in Tennessee?
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.
Other programs in Tennessee
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- Welding schools (29)
- CNC machining schools (26)
- HVAC schools (25)
- Auto mechanic schools (24)
- Medical assistant schools (24)
- LPN programs (23)
- IT schools (22)
- Esthetician schools (20)
- Criminal justice programs (19)
- Construction schools (19)
- Dental assistant schools (18)
- EMT and paramedic schools (16)
- Surgical tech schools (15)
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CDL schools in other states
- Georgia (21)
- Illinois (17)
- Florida (16)
- Pennsylvania (14)
- Kentucky (13)
- Texas (12)
- Arkansas (11)
- Kansas (9)
- Ohio (9)
- Utah (9)
- Wisconsin (9)
- Mississippi (8)
- Washington (7)
- California (6)
- North Carolina (6)
- South Carolina (6)