Traffic Technicians Salary in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

Median annual salary $68,060 +16.4% vs national
Median hourly $32.72
10th percentile $51,690
90th percentile $79,280
Employed locally 340
National median $58,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,690
    25th
    $53,430
    50th (median)
    $68,060
    75th
    $75,770
    90th
    $79,280

    Washington economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $123,896 2023 • Census ACS
    Traffic Technicians salary vs area income 55% Median Traffic Technicians salary is 45% 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

    Related occupations in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$37,450
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$41,200
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$59,050
    Light Truck Drivers$48,040
    Driver/Sales Workers$35,360
    Bus Drivers, School$52,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Traffic Technicians make per hour in Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Traffic Technicians in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV is $32.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.01 or more per hour.

    Is Washington above or below average for Traffic Technicians salaries?

    The median Traffic Technicians salary in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV is 16.4% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $51,690 per year in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,430.