Traffic Technicians Salary in Columbus, OH

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

Median annual salary $74,060 +26.6% vs national
Median hourly $35.61
10th percentile $52,190
90th percentile $81,580
Employed locally 40
National median $58,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,190
    25th
    $65,500
    50th (median)
    $74,060
    75th
    $74,060
    90th
    $81,580

    Columbus economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $79,847 2023 • Census ACS
    Traffic Technicians salary vs area income 93% Median Traffic Technicians salary is 7% 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
    Toledo, OH $60,780
    Ohio $59,810
    Akron, OH $34,670

    Related occupations in Columbus, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $38,610
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $40,190
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $60,370
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $47,780
    Light Truck Drivers $44,010
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $37,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Traffic Technicians make per hour in Columbus?

    The median hourly wage for Traffic Technicians in Columbus, OH is $35.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.60 or more per hour.

    Is Columbus above or below average for Traffic Technicians salaries?

    The median Traffic Technicians salary in Columbus, OH is 26.6% 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 Columbus?

    Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $52,190 per year in Columbus, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,500.