Traffic Technicians pay in California
In California, the median pay for traffic technicians is $38.03 an hour ($79,110 a year). About 1,250 people work in this job there.
That is 34% higher than the U.S. median ($59,090). California ranks 1st of 36 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for traffic technicians in California
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.48 | $52,990 |
| 25% of workers | $28.42 | $59,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.03 | $79,110 |
| 75% of workers | $40.98 | $85,240 |
| 90% of workers | $46.67 | $97,080 |
Traffic Technicians pay in California metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont | $92,710 | 190 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad | $85,100 | 230 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara | $84,650 | 70 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | $78,640 | 400 |
| Bakersfield-Delano | $77,540 | 0 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario | $63,230 | 90 |
California unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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 California
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $122,500 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $101,290 |
| Highway Maintenance Workers | $59,580 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $83,490 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $78,110 |
| Air Traffic Controllers | $160,080 |
| Transportation Inspectors | $83,000 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $77,070 |
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