Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary (2025)
Based on 3,040 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $28,090 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $38,640 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $57,700 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $69,620 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $75,360 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$28K
25th
$39K
Median
$58K
75th
$70K
90th
$75K
Highest Paying States for Bridge and Lock Tenders
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $76,240 |
| Minnesota | $72,570 |
| Illinois | $71,700 |
| Missouri | $70,970 |
| Iowa | $69,410 |
| Pennsylvania | $68,520 |
| California | $68,070 |
| West Virginia | $66,610 |
| Alabama | $65,360 |
| Mississippi | $64,030 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Bridge and Lock Tenders salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $76,240 per year, while Mississippi has an average of $64,030 — a difference of $12,210. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Bridge and Lock Tenders
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,040 workers were employed as Bridge and Lock Tenderss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $55,370 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-6011