As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transit Operator in Akron, OH is $47,366, equivalent to $23 per hour, $911 weekly, or $3,947 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, OH vary widely, spanning from $38,163 to $54,755. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,548) and 75th percentile ($51,233), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,755 per year. This $8,685 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 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Akron currently ranks 543 statewide for Transit Operator job salary. 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 $38,163 Akron, OH August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $42,548 Akron, OH August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $47,366 Akron, OH August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $51,233 Akron, OH August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $54,755 Akron, OH August 01, 2026
25% $42,548 10% $38,163 90% $54,755 75% $51,233 $47,366 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Akron, Ohio    Akron (/ˈækrən/) is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Summit County. It is located on the western edge of the....More

Akron, Ohio  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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