Would You Quit Your Job to Become a Truck Driver? Breaking It Down

It’s no secret that trucking is the backbone of the U.S. economy, but despite a driver shortage, relatively few Americans pursue it as a career. However, new survey data suggests that might change—if the pay were right. 

According to a FindItParts survey of over 1,000 adults, 46% of Americans say they would leave their current job to become a truck driver if it paid more than they make now. But is salary the only thing holding people back? Or are there deeper issues keeping potential drivers off the road?

Pay Is a Strong Motivator—But Is It Enough?

Money is the biggest factor influencing whether someone would consider a career in trucking. The survey found that:

• 31% of people say salary and earning potential are the most important factors in considering trucking.
• 32% say they’d consider driving a semi-truck if it paid $100,000 or more.

But while some owner-op…

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