Transit and Railroad Police Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for transit and railroad police in the United States was $90,230 ($43.38 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,690 | $27.73 |
| 25th | $68,990 | $33.17 |
| Median | $90,230 | $43.38 |
| 75th | $119,290 | $57.35 |
| 90th | $125,910 | $60.53 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 33-3052
- Total U.S. employment: 4,390
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
Reading the data
Across the United States, 4,390 transit and railroad police are employed (— per 1,000 jobs), making this a mid-sized occupations in the national economy.
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Transit and Railroad Police 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $109,650 | $52.71 | +21.5% | 100 |
| Florida | $69,810 | $33.56 | -22.6% | 40 |
| Georgia | $57,690 | $27.73 | -36.1% | 240 |
| Maryland | $99,420 | $47.80 | +10.2% | 0 |
| Missouri | $67,840 | $32.61 | -24.8% | 90 |
| New Jersey | $106,290 | $51.10 | +17.8% | 340 |
| New York | $90,460 | $43.49 | +0.3% | 0 |
| Texas | $78,480 | $37.73 | -13.0% | 80 |
| Utah | $87,770 | $42.20 | -2.7% | 80 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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- Carpenters — $60,580/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for transit and railroad police?
The median annual wage for transit and railroad police is $90,230 ($43.38 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays transit and railroad police 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 transit and railroad police are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 4,390 transit and railroad police employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do transit and railroad police make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $43.38. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.