As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transit Operator in Arlee, MT is $42,497, equivalent to $20 per hour, $817 weekly, or $3,541 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Transit Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Transit Operator in Arlee, MT vary widely, spanning from $34,202 to $49,082. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($38,155) and 75th percentile ($45,944), while top earners (90th percentile) make $49,082 per year. This $7,789 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, Arlee Transit Operator often earn 9.5% 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 $34,202 Arlee, MT April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $38,155 Arlee, MT April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $42,497 Arlee, MT April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $45,944 Arlee, MT April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $49,082 Arlee, MT April 01, 2026
25% $38,155 10% $34,202 90% $49,082 75% $45,944 $42,497 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Arlee, Montana    Arlee (Salish: nɫq̓alqʷ, nɫq̓a ) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Lake County, Montana, United States. The population was 602 at the 2000 census.....More

Arlee, Montana  area prices were up 3.1% from a year ago

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