As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transit Operator in Tulsa, OK is $46,505, equivalent to $22 per hour, $894 weekly, or $3,875 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 Tulsa, OK vary widely, spanning from $37,469 to $53,760. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,776) and 75th percentile ($50,303), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,760 per year. This $8,527 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, Tulsa Transit Operator often earn 1.1% lower than national averages. However, Tulsa currently ranks 622 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 $37,469 Tulsa, OK August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $41,776 Tulsa, OK August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $46,505 Tulsa, OK August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $50,303 Tulsa, OK August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $53,760 Tulsa, OK August 01, 2026
25% $41,776 10% $37,469 90% $53,760 75% $50,303 $46,505 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Tulsa, Oklahoma    Tulsa is located in the northeastern corner of Oklahoma, 99 miles (159 km) northeast of Oklahoma City; situated between the edge of the Great Plains a....More

Tulsa, Oklahoma  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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