Some of the most essential jobs in the U.S. economy can also be some of the most dangerous and underpaid — and delivery drivers are often on the frontlines with little support.
Advisor Smith, a small business online resource, ranked 25 of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S., placing delivery drivers at number eight with 28 fatal injuries per 100 workers, along with an average annual salary of $34,340. While this occupation is vital to the flow of goods and services across the country, employers and drivers may not be doing enough to prioritize their safety, leading to unnecessary loss and legal nightmares.
