Traffic Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 7,860 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $39,090 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $46,440 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $59,090 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $75,850 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $85,130 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$46K
Median
$59K
75th
$76K
90th
$85K
Highest Paying States for Traffic Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $77,040 |
| California | $75,890 |
| Minnesota | $73,250 |
| New York | $73,180 |
| Illinois | $72,170 |
| Massachusetts | $69,450 |
| Virginia | $66,190 |
| New Jersey | $66,050 |
| Maryland | $65,010 |
| Indiana | $64,930 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Traffic Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $77,040 per year, while Indiana has an average of $64,930 — a difference of $12,110. 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 Traffic Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 7,860 workers were employed as Traffic Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $62,050 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-6041