Traffic Technicians Salary in Reno, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Reno, NV

Median annual salary $51,990 -11.1% vs national
Median hourly $25.00
10th percentile $50,200
90th percentile $80,060
National median $58,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,200
    25th
    $51,990
    50th (median)
    $51,990
    75th
    $58,410
    90th
    $80,060

    Reno economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,684 2023 • Census ACS
    Traffic Technicians salary vs area income 61% Median Traffic Technicians salary is 39% 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
    Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC $52,060
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $50,950

    Related occupations in Reno, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $42,420
    Stockers and Order Fillers $40,090
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $62,530
    Light Truck Drivers $43,360
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $48,530
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $39,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Traffic Technicians make per hour in Reno?

    The median hourly wage for Traffic Technicians in Reno, NV is $25.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.49 or more per hour.

    Is Reno above or below average for Traffic Technicians salaries?

    The median Traffic Technicians salary in Reno, NV is 11.1% 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 Reno?

    Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $50,200 per year in Reno, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,990.