Traffic Technicians Salary in Akron, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Akron, OH

Median annual salary $34,670 -40.7% vs national
Median hourly $16.67
10th percentile $34,670
90th percentile $75,490
Employed locally 40
National median $58,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,670
    25th
    $34,670
    50th (median)
    $34,670
    75th
    $55,090
    90th
    $75,490

    Akron economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,312 2023 • Census ACS
    Traffic Technicians salary vs area income 49% Median Traffic Technicians salary is 51% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Traffic Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,860
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $95,310
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $83,570
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $82,990
    California $80,570
    Washington $79,150

    Nearby metros — Traffic Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Columbus, OH $74,060
    Toledo, OH $60,780
    Ohio $59,810

    Related occupations in Akron, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,880
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $39,520
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $58,020
    Light Truck Drivers $38,800
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $45,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $64,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Traffic Technicians make per hour in Akron?

    The median hourly wage for Traffic Technicians in Akron, OH is $16.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.29 or more per hour.

    Is Akron above or below average for Traffic Technicians salaries?

    The median Traffic Technicians salary in Akron, OH is 40.7% below the national median of $58,480. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Traffic Technicians in Akron?

    Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,670 per year in Akron, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,670.