As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transportation Analyst in the US is $68,106, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,310 weekly, or $5,676 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Transportation Analyst in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Transportation Analyst in the US vary widely, spanning from $49,501 to $89,406. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,367) and 75th percentile ($79,255), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,406 per year. This $20,888 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Transportation Analyst often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 40 companies and industry startups. 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
Transportation Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Transportation Analyst Salary $49,501 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transportation Analyst Salary $58,367 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transportation Analyst Salary $68,106 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transportation Analyst Salary $79,255 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transportation Analyst Salary $89,406 US August 01, 2026
25% $58,367 10% $49,501 90% $89,406 75% $79,255 $68,106 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Transportation Analyst

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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