As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transit Operator in Akron, MI is $46,554, equivalent to $22 per hour, $895 weekly, or $3,880 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Transit Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Transit Operator in Akron, MI vary widely, spanning from $37,509 to $53,817. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,819) and 75th percentile ($50,356), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,817 per year. This $8,537 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Logistics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akron Transit Operator often earn 4.9% lower than national averages. 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
Transit Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $37,509 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $41,819 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $46,554 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $50,356 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $53,817 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
25% $41,819 10% $37,509 90% $53,817 75% $50,356 $46,554 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Akron, Michigan    Akron is a village in Tuscola County of the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 402 at the 2010 census. The village is located on the boundary....More

Akron, Michigan  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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