Subway and Streetcar Operators pay in California
In California, the median pay for subway and streetcar operators is $37.83 an hour ($78,680 a year). About 900 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($86,380). California ranks 2nd of 13 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for subway and streetcar operators in California
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.73 | $57,680 |
| 25% of workers | $32.12 | $66,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.83 | $78,680 |
| 75% of workers | $37.83 | $78,680 |
| 90% of workers | $43.66 | $90,810 |
Subway and Streetcar Operators pay in California metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad | $60,970 | 200 |
California unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for subway and streetcar operators
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 900 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $60,230 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $46,790 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $44,730 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $67,130 |
| Taxi Drivers | $39,260 |
| Air Traffic Controllers | $160,080 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $77,070 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $69,950 |
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