Transit and Railroad Police Salary (2025)
Based on 4,390 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $57,690 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $68,990 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $90,230 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $119,290 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $125,910 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$58K
25th
$69K
Median
$90K
75th
$119K
90th
$126K
Highest Paying States for Transit and Railroad Police
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $102,930 |
| California | $100,450 |
| New York | $97,560 |
| Maryland | $95,690 |
| Utah | $85,840 |
| Texas | $85,310 |
| Missouri | $73,560 |
| Florida | $69,890 |
| Georgia | $64,510 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Transit and Railroad Police salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Jersey at an average of $102,930 per year, while Georgia has an average of $64,510 — a difference of $38,420. 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 Transit and Railroad Police
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4,390 workers were employed as Transit and Railroad Polices in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Protective Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $91,810 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 33-3052