Subway and Streetcar Operators Salary (2025)
Based on 10,200 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $55,180 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $61,980 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $86,380 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $90,140 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $90,140 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$55K
25th
$62K
Median
$86K
75th
$90K
90th
$90K
Highest Paying States for Subway and Streetcar Operators
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Maryland | $84,800 |
| Washington | $78,220 |
| California | $74,720 |
| New Jersey | $70,650 |
| Minnesota | $67,700 |
| Florida | $66,910 |
| North Carolina | $62,060 |
| Virginia | $58,480 |
| Utah | $58,240 |
| Georgia | $55,350 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Subway and Streetcar Operators salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Maryland at an average of $84,800 per year, while Georgia has an average of $55,350 — a difference of $29,450. 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 Subway and Streetcar Operators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 10,200 workers were employed as Subway and Streetcar Operatorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $77,170 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-4041