Taxi Drivers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for taxi drivers is $20.24 an hour ($42,100 a year). About 41,050 people work in this job there.
Pay range for taxi drivers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.66 | $34,650 |
| 25% of workers | $18.17 | $37,790 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.24 | $42,100 |
| 75% of workers | $29.31 | $60,960 |
| 90% of workers | $36.44 | $75,800 |
Best-paying states for taxi drivers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $48,740 | 460 |
| Nevada | $44,800 | 2,980 |
| Colorado | $43,490 | 60 |
| New York | $41,570 | 0 |
| New Hampshire | $41,510 | 80 |
| California | $39,260 | 3,880 |
| Missouri | $37,560 | 200 |
| Oregon | $37,120 | 240 |
| Maine | $36,960 | 50 |
| North Carolina | $36,950 | 120 |
Pay by state
- Arizona · $36,120
- California · $39,260
- Florida · $28,060
- Nevada · $44,800
- Wisconsin · $27,820
Education, experience and outlook for taxi drivers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +11.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 20,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Light Truck Drivers | $44,860 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $38,770 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $47,920 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $37,290 |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance | $50,340 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $59,050 |
| Parking Attendants | $35,150 |
| Couriers and Messengers | $39,200 |
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