How much does a bridge and lock tender make in Alabama?
$66,830a year
Median yearly pay for bridge and lock tenders in Alabama. That is $32.13 an hour or $5,569 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.13
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,900Median: $66,830Highest 10%: $74,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,900 | $23.99 | |
| 25th | $60,420 | $29.05 | |
| Median | $66,830 | $32.13 | |
| 75th | $74,730 | $35.93 | |
| 90th | $74,730 | $35.93 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bridge and lock tenders.
| 6. Illinois | $70,890 |
| 7. Iowa | $70,890 |
| 8. Pennsylvania | $68,810 |
| 9. Alabama | $66,830 |
| 10. West Virginia | $65,460 |
| 11. Indiana | $60,780 |
| 12. Tennessee | $60,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bridge and lock tender make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $32.13 ($66,830 a year).
Do bridge and lock tenders make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $66,830 against $57,700 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Alabama rank for bridge and lock tender pay?
Alabama ranks 9 of 23 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.