CDL schools in Washington
Looking for CDL & truck driving schools in Washington? There are 7, including 6 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Truck drivers in Washington earn a median $64,760 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 7
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in WA
- $64,760
7 CDL & truck driving schools
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Centralia College
Centralia, WA · Public
- CDL & truck driving
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +7
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What truck drivers earn in Washington
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Truck driver salary in WashingtonHow to become a truck driver
- Median pay
- $64,760
- $31.13 an hour
- Typical range
- $50,010–$87,500
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WA
- 40,530
- 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 Washington?
We list 7 schools in Washington with CDL & truck driving programs: 6 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Tacoma, Moses Lake, Centralia, Longview, and Port Angeles.
Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in Washington?
Yes. 6 public colleges in Washington 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 Washington?
Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,292 to $20,047. 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 Washington?
The median pay for truck drivers in Washington is $64,760 a year, and most earn between $50,010 and $87,500, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CDL & truck driving school in Washington?
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)
- California (6)
- North Carolina (6)
- South Carolina (6)