Traffic Technicians Salary in Wichita, KS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Wichita, KS

Median annual salary $37,780 -35.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.17
10th percentile $29,060
90th percentile $47,970
Employed locally 30
National median $58,480

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,060
    25th
    $32,800
    50th (median)
    $37,780
    75th
    $37,790
    90th
    $47,970

    Wichita economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,930 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

    Nearby metros — Traffic Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kansas City, MO-KS $54,950

    Related occupations in Wichita, KS

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$34,370
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$36,900
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$52,000
    Light Truck Drivers$38,870
    Bus Drivers, School$44,720
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$45,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Traffic Technicians make per hour in Wichita?

    The median hourly wage for Traffic Technicians in Wichita, KS is $18.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.81 or more per hour.

    Is Wichita above or below average for Traffic Technicians salaries?

    The median Traffic Technicians salary in Wichita, KS is 35.4% 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 Wichita?

    Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,060 per year in Wichita, KS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,800.