As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transit Operator in Madison, WI is $48,992, equivalent to $24 per hour, $942 weekly, or $4,083 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $39,473 to $56,634. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,009) and 75th percentile ($52,992), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,634 per year. This $8,983 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, Madison Transit Operator often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 406 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 $39,473 Madison, WI August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $44,009 Madison, WI August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $48,992 Madison, WI August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $52,992 Madison, WI August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $56,634 Madison, WI August 01, 2026
25% $44,009 10% $39,473 90% $56,634 75% $52,992 $48,992 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

Madison, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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