As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Transportation Planner in the US is $91,361, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,757 weekly, or $7,613 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Transportation Planner in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior Transportation Planner in the US vary widely, spanning from $75,180 to $115,544. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,891) and 75th percentile ($104,019), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,544 per year. This $21,128 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Foodservice, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Senior Transportation Planner often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 81 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Senior Transportation Planner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Transportation Planner Salary $75,180 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Transportation Planner Salary $82,891 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Transportation Planner Salary $91,361 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Transportation Planner Salary $104,019 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Transportation Planner Salary $115,544 US August 01, 2026
25% $82,891 10% $75,180 90% $115,544 75% $104,019 $91,361 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Bachelor's Degree

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    Bachelor's Degree

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