Traffic Technicians Salary in New Haven, CT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • New Haven, CT

Median annual salary $51,120 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $24.58
10th percentile $38,210
90th percentile $93,250
National median $58,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,210
    25th
    $38,210
    50th (median)
    $51,120
    75th
    $73,040
    90th
    $93,250

    New Haven economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,266 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
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $66,030
    Connecticut $49,050

    Related occupations in New Haven, CT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $40,400
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $44,640
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $59,180
    Light Truck Drivers $41,750
    Bus Drivers, School $60,110
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $34,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Traffic Technicians make per hour in New Haven?

    The median hourly wage for Traffic Technicians in New Haven, CT is $24.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.83 or more per hour.

    Is New Haven above or below average for Traffic Technicians salaries?

    The median Traffic Technicians salary in New Haven, CT is 12.6% 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 New Haven?

    Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,210 per year in New Haven, CT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,210.