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Subway and Streetcar Operators Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Subway and Streetcar Operators make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$78,680
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.5% vs 2024
$74,720
Mean Salary
$78,680
Median Salary
$37.83
Hourly Rate
900 people work as Subway and Streetcar Operators in California
Subway and Streetcar Operators salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Subway and Streetcar Operators in California earn a median salary of $78,680 per year ($6,556/month).
This is 20.1% above the national average of $65,510.
California ranks #2 out of 13 states for Subway and Streetcar Operators pay.
Approximately 900 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Subway and Streetcar Operators
Operate subway or elevated suburban trains with no separate locomotive, or electric-powered streetcar, to transport passengers. May handle fares.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.88
Operation and Control
3.88
Active Listening
3.62
Speaking
3.38
Monitoring
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.38
Public Safety and Security
3.91
Customer and Personal Service
3.66
English Language
3.19
Education and Training
2.78
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(86.5% of workers)
Salary Range: Subway and Streetcar Operators in California
Salaries for Subway and Streetcar Operators in California range from $57,680 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $90,810 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $66,820 and $78,680.
Median $78,680
P10: $57,680P25: $66,820P75: $78,680P90: $90,810
10th
$57,680
25th
$66,820
Median
$78,680
75th
$78,680
90th
$90,810
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$57,680
$27.73
$4,806
25th Percentile
$66,820
$32.12
$5,568
Median (50th)
$78,680
$37.83
$6,556
75th Percentile
$78,680
$37.83
$6,556
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$90,810
$43.66
$7,567
Note: The mean (average) salary of $74,720 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Subway and Streetcar Operators make in California?
The median annual salary for Subway and Streetcar Operators in California is $78,680 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $74,720.
What is the salary range for a Subway and Streetcar Operators in California?
Salaries for Subway and Streetcar Operators in California range from $57,680 at the 10th percentile to $90,810 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $66,820 and $78,680.
What is the starting salary for a Subway and Streetcar Operators in California?
Entry-level Subway and Streetcar Operators positions in California typically start around $57,680 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $66,820 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Subway and Streetcar Operators in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 900 people are employed as Subway and Streetcar Operators in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Subway and Streetcar Operators in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Subway and Streetcar Operators in California is approximately $37.83 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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