Traffic Technicians Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for traffic technicians in the United States was $59,090 ($28.41 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,090 | $18.79 |
| 25th | $46,440 | $22.33 |
| Median | $59,090 | $28.41 |
| 75th | $75,850 | $36.47 |
| 90th | $85,130 | $40.93 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 53-6041
- Total U.S. employment: 7,860
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What the data says
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Traffic Technicians 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $52,060 | $25.03 | -11.9% | 130 |
| Arizona | $59,980 | $28.84 | +1.5% | 310 |
| Arkansas | $49,550 | $23.82 | -16.1% | 50 |
| California | $79,110 | $38.03 | +33.9% | 1,250 |
| Connecticut | $50,400 | $24.23 | -14.7% | 0 |
| Florida | $51,220 | $24.62 | -13.3% | 710 |
| Georgia | $48,110 | $23.13 | -18.6% | 220 |
| Idaho | $57,180 | $27.49 | -3.2% | 70 |
| Illinois | $70,970 | $34.12 | +20.1% | 40 |
| Indiana | $71,000 | $34.14 | +20.2% | 120 |
| Iowa | $68,100 | $32.74 | +15.2% | 30 |
| Kansas | $47,100 | $22.65 | -20.3% | 160 |
| Louisiana | $42,710 | $20.54 | -27.7% | 130 |
| Maryland | $60,650 | $29.16 | +2.6% | 140 |
| Massachusetts | $63,780 | $30.66 | +7.9% | 90 |
| Michigan | $37,890 | $18.22 | -35.9% | 100 |
| Minnesota | $77,810 | $37.41 | +31.7% | 60 |
| Missouri | $56,720 | $27.27 | -4.0% | 220 |
| Nebraska | $61,380 | $29.51 | +3.9% | 40 |
| Nevada | $53,100 | $25.53 | -10.1% | 190 |
| New Jersey | $64,240 | $30.88 | +8.7% | 110 |
| New Mexico | $49,280 | $23.69 | -16.6% | 80 |
| New York | $71,670 | $34.46 | +21.3% | 950 |
| North Carolina | $56,800 | $27.31 | -3.9% | 110 |
| Ohio | $61,460 | $29.55 | +4.0% | 210 |
| Oklahoma | $60,750 | $29.21 | +2.8% | 90 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,610 | $31.55 | +11.0% | 60 |
| South Carolina | $57,080 | $27.44 | -3.4% | 150 |
| Tennessee | $44,970 | $21.62 | -23.9% | 460 |
| Texas | $48,770 | $23.45 | -17.5% | 650 |
| Utah | $61,970 | $29.79 | +4.9% | 30 |
| Virginia | $62,270 | $29.94 | +5.4% | 90 |
| Washington | $71,960 | $34.59 | +21.8% | 70 |
| West Virginia | $53,400 | $25.67 | -9.6% | 70 |
| Wisconsin | $58,940 | $28.34 | -0.3% | 40 |
| Wyoming | $50,120 | $24.10 | -15.2% | 30 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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- Electricians — $63,190/yr
- Bartenders — $34,340/yr
- Lawyers — $159,670/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for traffic technicians?
The median annual wage for traffic technicians is $59,090 ($28.41 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays traffic technicians 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 traffic technicians are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 7,860 traffic technicians employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do traffic technicians make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $28.41. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.