As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transit Operator in Union, NJ is $56,028, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,077 weekly, or $4,669 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 Union, NJ vary widely, spanning from $45,080 to $64,695. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,298) and 75th percentile ($60,565), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,695 per year. This $10,267 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, Union Transit Operator often earn 4.0% higher than national averages. However, Union currently ranks 39 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 $45,080 Union, NJ September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $50,298 Union, NJ September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $56,028 Union, NJ September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $60,565 Union, NJ September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $64,695 Union, NJ September 01, 2026
25% $50,298 10% $45,080 90% $64,695 75% $60,565 $56,028 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Transit Operator in Union, NJ. The base salary for Transit Operator ranges from $50,298 to $60,565 with the average base salary of $56,028. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $43,063 to $59,042 with the average total cash compensation of $51,058.

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