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Traffic Technicians Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Traffic Technicians make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$48,770
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.8% vs 2024
$51,910
Mean Salary
$48,770
Median Salary
$23.45
Hourly Rate
650 people work as Traffic Technicians in Texas
Traffic Technicians salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Traffic Technicians in Texas earn a median salary of $48,770 per year ($4,064/month).
This is 16.3% below the national average of $58,281.
Texas ranks #31 out of 36 states for Traffic Technicians pay.
Approximately 650 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 1.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Traffic Technicians
Conduct field studies to determine traffic volume, speed, effectiveness of signals, adequacy of lighting, and other factors influencing traffic conditions, under direction of traffic engineer.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.62
Reading Comprehension
3.25
Speaking
3.25
Critical Thinking
3.25
Complex Problem Solving
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
3.91
Computers and Electronics
3.9
Transportation
3.9
English Language
3.62
Engineering and Technology
3.5
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(42.9% of workers)
Salaries for Traffic Technicians in Texas range from $37,930 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $69,710 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $42,070 and $59,480.
Median $48,770
P10: $37,930P25: $42,070P75: $59,480P90: $69,710
10th
$37,930
25th
$42,070
Median
$48,770
75th
$59,480
90th
$69,710
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,930
$18.24
$3,160
25th Percentile
$42,070
$20.23
$3,505
Median (50th)
$48,770
$23.45
$4,064
75th Percentile
$59,480
$28.60
$4,956
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$69,710
$33.51
$5,809
Note: The mean (average) salary of $51,910 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Traffic Technicians in Texas is $48,770 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $51,910.
What is the salary range for a Traffic Technicians in Texas?
Salaries for Traffic Technicians in Texas range from $37,930 at the 10th percentile to $69,710 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $42,070 and $59,480.
What is the starting salary for a Traffic Technicians in Texas?
Entry-level Traffic Technicians positions in Texas typically start around $37,930 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $42,070 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Traffic Technicians in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 650 people are employed as Traffic Technicians in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Traffic Technicians in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Traffic Technicians in Texas is approximately $23.45 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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