Traffic Technicians pay in New York
In New York, the median pay for traffic technicians is $34.46 an hour ($71,670 a year). About 950 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($59,090). New York ranks 4th of 36 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for traffic technicians in New York
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.12 | $46,000 |
| 25% of workers | $25.09 | $52,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.46 | $71,670 |
| 75% of workers | $40.27 | $83,770 |
| 90% of workers | $50.83 | $105,720 |
Traffic Technicians pay in New York metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City | $81,910 | 750 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy | $67,010 | 130 |
New York unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New York
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $103,760 |
| Highway Maintenance Workers | $55,210 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $79,460 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $80,000 |
| Transportation Inspectors | $93,420 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $57,360 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $73,790 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $109,220 |
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