Traffic Technicians Salary in Boston, MA-NH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH

Median annual salary $67,450 +15.3% vs national
Median hourly $32.43
10th percentile $45,220
90th percentile $95,520
Employed locally 50
National median $58,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,220
    25th
    $60,800
    50th (median)
    $67,450
    75th
    $74,700
    90th
    $95,520

    Boston economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $112,484 2023 • Census ACS
    Traffic Technicians salary vs area income 60% Median Traffic Technicians salary is 40% 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
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $82,990
    Maryland $66,920
    Massachusetts $61,810
    Oklahoma $59,120
    Oklahoma City, OK $59,120
    Alabama $50,660

    Related occupations in Boston, MA-NH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $38,280
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $45,570
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $61,530
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $34,070
    Light Truck Drivers $48,180
    Bus Drivers, School $63,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Traffic Technicians make per hour in Boston?

    The median hourly wage for Traffic Technicians in Boston, MA-NH is $32.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.92 or more per hour.

    Is Boston above or below average for Traffic Technicians salaries?

    The median Traffic Technicians salary in Boston, MA-NH is 15.3% above 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 Boston?

    Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $45,220 per year in Boston, MA-NH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,800.