Traffic Technicians pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for traffic technicians is $28.41 an hour ($59,090 a year). About 7,860 people work in this job there.
Pay range for traffic technicians in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.79 | $39,090 |
| 25% of workers | $22.33 | $46,440 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.41 | $59,090 |
| 75% of workers | $36.47 | $75,850 |
| 90% of workers | $40.93 | $85,130 |
Best-paying states for traffic technicians
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| California | $79,110 | 1,250 |
| Minnesota | $77,810 | 60 |
| Washington | $71,960 | 70 |
| New York | $71,670 | 950 |
| Indiana | $71,000 | 120 |
| Illinois | $70,970 | 40 |
| Iowa | $68,100 | 30 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,610 | 60 |
| New Jersey | $64,240 | 110 |
| Massachusetts | $63,780 | 90 |
Pay by state
- California · $79,110
- Florida · $51,220
- New York · $71,670
- Texas · $48,770
Education, experience and outlook for traffic technicians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $100,840 |
| Highway Maintenance Workers | $50,260 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $74,690 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $64,950 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $54,240 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $78,000 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $81,410 |
| Transportation Inspectors | $92,100 |
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