What are the main factors that influence a Transportation Design Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Transportation Design Engineer's salary?

A Transportation Design Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Engineer, Entry - Transportation (0-2 years)earns $75,839, an Engineer, Experienced - Transportation (2-4 years)earns $96,607, an Engineer, Senior - Transportation (4-7 years)earns $117,171, an Transportation Design Engineer (7+ years)earns $136,178,

What are the highest paying states for a Transportation Design Engineer?

Transportation Design Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Transportation Design Engineer roles are District of Columbia $136,180, California $135,670, Massachusetts $133,860. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Transportation Design Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Transportation Design Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Transportation Engineer IV: $122,993; Senior Transportation Engineer: $105,901; Engineer, Senior - Transportation: $105,900; Transportation Design Engineer III: $105,830; Transportation Engineer III: $105,826.

Transportation Design Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Transportation Design Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Transportation Design Engineer in District of Columbia is $136,180 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

However, a Transportation Design Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $156,698
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,220 to $146,920
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,062

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Transportation Design Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,920	$12,243	$2,825	$71
Average	$136,180	$11,348	$2,619	$65
25th Percentile	$127,220	$10,602	$2,447	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Transportation Design Engineer Salaries

A Transportation Design Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Transportation Design Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Transportation Design Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Engineer, Entry - Transportation (0-2 years): $75,839
Engineer, Experienced - Transportation (2-4 years): $96,607
Engineer, Senior - Transportation (4-7 years): $117,171
Transportation Design Engineer (7+ years): $136,178

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Engineer, Entry - Transportation	0-2 years	$75,839
Engineer, Experienced - Transportation	2-4 years	$96,607
Engineer, Senior - Transportation	4-7 years	$117,171
Transportation Design Engineer	7+ years	$136,178

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How Do Transportation Design Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Transportation Design Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $136,180.
California: $135,670.
Massachusetts: $133,860.

District of Columbia $136,180 California $135,670 Massachusetts $133,860 Washington $133,370 New Jersey $133,320 Alaska $133,140 Connecticut $131,450 New York $130,760

Hawaii $128,560 Rhode Island $127,520 Maryland $126,820 Minnesota $125,860 Colorado $125,490 Illinois $125,370 Oregon $124,900 Delaware $124,560

New Hampshire $124,340 Virginia $123,860 Pennsylvania $122,440 Nevada $121,730 North Dakota $121,500 Michigan $121,130 Wisconsin $120,990 Vermont $120,720

Texas $119,970 Maine $119,920 Arizona $119,850 Ohio $119,760 Georgia $118,630 Indiana $118,070 Wyoming $117,960 Utah $117,780

Iowa $117,710 Kansas $117,120 Louisiana $116,950 North Carolina $116,890 Missouri $116,860 Florida $116,380 Montana $116,120 Nebraska $115,880

Kentucky $115,740 South Carolina $115,250 Tennessee $114,940 Idaho $114,820 New Mexico $113,920 Oklahoma $113,720 Alabama $113,000 South Dakota $111,780

Arkansas $111,120 West Virginia $110,760 Mississippi $109,690

Top Paying Cities for Transportation Design Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $136,180
Washington: $136,180
Naval Anacost Annex: $136,180

Parcel Return Service, DC $136,180 Washington, DC $136,180 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $136,180 Washington Navy Yard, DC $136,180

Transportation Design Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Transportation Design Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$127,220

Average $136,180/year

$146,920

$10,602

Average $11,348/month

$12,243

$2,447

Average $2,619/week

$2,825

$61

Average $65/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,920	$12,243	$2,825	$71
Average	$136,180	$11,348	$2,619	$65
25th Percentile	$127,220	$10,602	$2,447	$61

Transportation Design Engineer Salary Growth & Career Path

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