How much does a typical UPS driver earn?

Question

Someone I work with says they have a friend who is a UPS driver in Maine and is making $70,000 per year. I don't know any drivers personally to ask them but this seems like way too high of a salary for a UPS driver in Maine. He is in his mid-20's so experience isn't the reason. Does anyone know any UPS drivers that could confirm or deny this salary?

Answer 1

The pay scale increases throughout the first two years, after the second year of driving the driver will be at "top rate". This is why even at a young age your friend can make that much, it's not so much about experience, but after two years of seniority the pay scale is maxed out.

I have talked to many full time drivers and they say they take in about $60,000-75,000 per year with overtime.

Answer 2

they can make that much with overtime