Broadcast Traffic Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Broadcast Traffic Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Broadcast Traffic Manager in the United States is $53,136 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Broadcast Traffic Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,756
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,620 to $58,171
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,688
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View as table View as graph 25% $46,620 10% $40,688 90% $62,756 75% $58,171 $53,136 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Broadcast Traffic Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $58,171 $4,848 $1,119 $28
Average $53,136 $4,428 $1,022 $26
25th Percentile $46,620 $3,885 $897 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Broadcast Traffic Manager Salaries

A Broadcast Traffic Manager'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Broadcast Traffic Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Broadcast Traffic Manager'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $53,588
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $103,513
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,485
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,492
  • Expert (over 8 years): $194,816
Levels Salary
Broadcast... Level Broadcast Traffic Manager$53,588
Underwrit... Level Broadcast Traffic Manager$103,513
Underwrit... Level Broadcast Traffic Manager$118,485
Underwrit... Level Broadcast Traffic Manager$161,492
Underwrit... Level Broadcast Traffic Manager$194,816
$53,588 0 yr
$103,513 < 2 yrs
$118,485 2-4 yrs
$161,492 5-8 yrs
$194,816 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Broadcast Traffic Manager 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 Broadcast Traffic Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $58,832.
  • California: $58,608.
  • Massachusetts: $57,827.

Top Paying Cities for Broadcast Traffic Managers

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:

  • San Jose: $67,020
  • San Francisco: $66,286
  • Oakland: $64,889

What Skills Can Increase a Broadcast Traffic Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.59% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.73% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 0.97% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.59%
Data Entry 1.73%
Accounting 0.97%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Broadcast Traffic Manager's salary.
  • Aviation: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Aviation
$58,980
11%
Accountability
$56,855
7%
Initiative
$56,324
6%
Communicates Effectively
$55,792
5%
Time Management
$55,792
5%
Analytical Skills
$55,792
5%
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Broadcast Traffic Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Broadcast Traffic Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Broadcast Traffic Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Broadcast Traffic Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Broadcast Traffic Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$74,390$36.040%
Financial Services$69,076$33.030%
Insurance$58,449$28.010%

How Education impacts a Broadcast Traffic Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Broadcast Traffic Managers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Broadcast Traffic Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $50,766 and $53,852).

Broadcast Traffic Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Broadcast Traffic Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 30.2%
Associates 15.8%
Bachelors 49.1%
Masters 4.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Broadcast Traffic Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Broadcast Traffic Manager'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Broadcast Traffic Manager

Salaries for a Broadcast Traffic Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $59,548 in 2023 to around $53,853 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Broadcast Traffic Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Broadcast Traffic Manager Over Time

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2023
$59,548
2024
$55,873
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    AWP Safety | Columbus, OH

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  • RoadSafe Traffic Systems

    Columbus, OH

    RoadSafe Traffic Systems | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Traffic Management, Inc | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Dynamic Science Inc | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Broadcast Traffic Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Broadcast Traffic Manager?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Broadcast Traffic Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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