Taxi Drivers Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $42,100 · Median hourly: $20.24 · Employment: 41,050
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,650 | $16.66 |
| 25th | $37,790 | $18.17 |
| Median | $42,100 | $20.24 |
| 75th | $60,960 | $29.31 |
| 90th | $75,800 | $36.44 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 53-3054
- Total U.S. employment: 41,050
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
How to interpret these figures
With approximately 41,050 taxi drivers employed, this is a significant occupation in the labor market.
The mean wage of $49,930 sits 18.6% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Taxi Drivers Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $36,120 | $17.37 | -14.2% | 950 |
| California | $39,260 | $18.88 | -6.7% | 3,880 |
| Colorado | $43,490 | $20.91 | +3.3% | 60 |
| Florida | $28,060 | $13.49 | -33.3% | 860 |
| Georgia | $33,430 | $16.07 | -20.6% | 120 |
| Illinois | $36,770 | $17.68 | -12.7% | 190 |
| Kansas | $26,970 | $12.97 | -35.9% | 60 |
| Kentucky | $33,850 | $16.28 | -19.6% | 150 |
| Maine | $36,960 | $17.77 | -12.2% | 50 |
| Maryland | $36,900 | $17.74 | -12.4% | 50 |
| Massachusetts | $35,270 | $16.96 | -16.2% | 0 |
| Michigan | $36,670 | $17.63 | -12.9% | 90 |
| Minnesota | $35,710 | $17.17 | -15.2% | 150 |
| Missouri | $37,560 | $18.06 | -10.8% | 200 |
| Nevada | $44,800 | $21.54 | +6.4% | 2,980 |
| New Hampshire | $41,510 | $19.96 | -1.4% | 80 |
| New York | $41,570 | $19.98 | -1.3% | 0 |
| North Carolina | $36,950 | $17.77 | -12.2% | 120 |
| Oregon | $37,120 | $17.85 | -11.8% | 240 |
| Pennsylvania | $35,480 | $17.06 | -15.7% | 210 |
| Texas | $48,740 | $23.43 | +15.8% | 460 |
| Utah | $36,390 | $17.50 | -13.6% | 110 |
| Virginia | $28,490 | $13.70 | -32.3% | 190 |
| Wisconsin | $27,820 | $13.37 | -33.9% | 880 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for taxi drivers?
The median annual wage for taxi drivers is $42,100 ($20.24 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays taxi drivers the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many taxi drivers are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 41,050 taxi drivers employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do taxi drivers make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $20.24. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.