Traffic Technicians Salary in McAllen, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX

Median annual salary $31,070 -46.9% vs national
Median hourly $14.94
10th percentile $30,490
90th percentile $36,530
Employed locally 30
National median $58,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,490
    25th
    $30,490
    50th (median)
    $31,070
    75th
    $34,500
    90th
    $36,530

    McAllen economic context

    Unemployment rate 6.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $52,281 2023 • Census ACS
    Traffic Technicians salary vs area income 59% Median Traffic Technicians salary is 41% 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
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $53,880
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $49,180
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $48,070
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $47,020

    Related occupations in McAllen, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $34,440
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $45,970
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $30,460
    Light Truck Drivers $36,700
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $28,610
    Bus Drivers, School $41,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Traffic Technicians make per hour in McAllen?

    The median hourly wage for Traffic Technicians in McAllen, TX is $14.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.66 or more per hour.

    Is McAllen above or below average for Traffic Technicians salaries?

    The median Traffic Technicians salary in McAllen, TX is 46.9% 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 McAllen?

    Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,490 per year in McAllen, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,490.