As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transportation Planner in District of Columbia is $140,274, equivalent to $67 per hour, $2,698 weekly, or $11,690 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Transportation Planner in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Transportation Planner in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $122,057 to $161,946. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,739) and 75th percentile ($151,618), while top earners (90th percentile) make $161,946 per year. This $20,879 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or AutoCAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Transportation Planner often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 79 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Transportation Planner 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
Transportation Planner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Transportation Planner Salary $122,057 DC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transportation Planner Salary $130,739 DC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transportation Planner Salary $140,274 DC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transportation Planner Salary $151,618 DC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transportation Planner Salary $161,946 DC July 01, 2026
25% $130,739 10% $122,057 90% $161,946 75% $151,618 $140,274 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Transportation Planner ?

A professional transportation planner is a professional engaged in the practice of transportation planning, relating to the transportation aspects of urban planning and infrastructure planning....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $141,951 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $141,956 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $141,958 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $141,956 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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    Bachelor's Degree

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    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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