Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Salary in the United States

How much does a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer in the United States is $69,604 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,222
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,511 to $78,302
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,784
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View as table View as graph 25% $65,511 10% $61,784 90% $86,222 75% $78,302 $69,604 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $78,302 $6,525 $1,506 $38
Average $69,604 $5,800 $1,339 $33
25th Percentile $65,511 $5,459 $1,260 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Salaries

A Supervisory Transportation Security Officer'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 Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer'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): $64,667
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $87,632
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $69,888
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,812
  • Expert (over 8 years): $107,484
Levels Salary
Security ... Level Supervisory Transportation Security Officer$64,667
Senior Se... Level Supervisory Transportation Security Officer$87,632
Superviso... Level Supervisory Transportation Security Officer$69,888
Security ... Level Supervisory Transportation Security Officer$91,812
Security ... Level Supervisory Transportation Security Officer$107,484
$64,667 0 yr
$87,632 < 2 yrs
$69,888 2-4 yrs
$91,812 5-8 yrs
$107,484 > 8 yrs
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How Do Supervisory Transportation Security Officer 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 Supervisory Transportation Security Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $77,066.
  • California: $76,773.
  • Massachusetts: $75,750.

Top Paying Cities for Supervisory Transportation Security Officers

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: $87,792
  • San Francisco: $86,830
  • Oakland: $85,001

What Skills Can Increase a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.81% 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.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 1.41% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
  • Personnel Security (Mentioned in 1.05% Job Postings): Controlling and assessing all personnel to enforce compliance with the information security program.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.81%
CPR 1.41%
Personnel Security 1.05%
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 Supervisory Transportation Security Officer's salary.
  • Field Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Field Operations
$77,261
11%
Initiative
$76,565
10%
Commitment
$75,868
9%
Empowerment
$75,172
8%
Diversity and Inclusion
$75,172
8%
Service Quality
$75,172
8%
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Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Supervisory Transportation Security Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Supervisory Transportation Security Officer positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Supervisory Transportation Security Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$87,005$42.025%
Biotechnology$83,525$40.020%
Software & Networking$83,525$40.020%
Financial Services$80,045$38.015%
Chemicals$76,565$37.010%

How Education impacts a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Supervisory Transportation Security Officers 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 Supervisory Transportation Security Officer with a Associate's Degree is between $68,448 and $74,314).

Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.3%
High School 38.3%
Associates 21.3%
Bachelors 29.8%
Masters 6.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer'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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Supervisory Transportation Security Officer

Salaries for a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $60,589 in 2023 to around $59,811 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Supervisory Transportation Security Officer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Over Time

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2023
$60,589
2024
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