How much does a Transit Operator make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Transit Operator in the United States is $44,798. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $38,821 to $50,608, with most professionals earning between $33,379 and $55,897.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Transit Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $33,379 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $38,821 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $44,798 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $50,608 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $55,897 US March 01, 2025
25% $38,821 10% $33,379 90% $55,897 75% $50,608 $44,798 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Transit Operator


    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Transit Operator in the United States. The base salary for Transit Operator ranges from $38,821 to $50,608 with the average base salary of $44,798. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,826 to $50,635 with the average total cash compensation of $44,836.

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