As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transit Operator in Lowell, MA is $53,316, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,025 weekly, or $4,443 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 Lowell, MA vary widely, spanning from $42,898 to $61,563. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,863) and 75th percentile ($57,633), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,563 per year. This $9,770 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, Lowell Transit Operator often earn 1.5% higher than national averages. However, Lowell currently ranks 145 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 $42,898 Lowell, MA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $47,863 Lowell, MA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $53,316 Lowell, MA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $57,633 Lowell, MA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $61,563 Lowell, MA September 01, 2026
25% $47,863 10% $42,898 90% $61,563 75% $57,633 $53,316 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lowell, Massachusetts    Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massach....More

Lowell, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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