How much does a traffic technician make in Virginia?
$62,270a year
Median yearly pay for traffic technicians in Virginia. That is $29.94 an hour or $5,189 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.94
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,500Median: $62,270Highest 10%: $82,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,500 | $22.36 | |
| 25th | $54,250 | $26.08 | |
| Median | $62,270 | $29.94 | |
| 75th | $80,650 | $38.77 | |
| 90th | $82,460 | $39.64 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $70,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for traffic technicians.
| 8. Pennsylvania | $65,610 |
| 9. New Jersey | $64,240 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $63,780 |
| 11. Virginia | $62,270 |
| 12. Utah | $61,970 |
| 13. Ohio | $61,460 |
| 14. Nebraska | $61,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a traffic technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $29.94 ($62,270 a year).
Do traffic technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $62,270 against $59,090 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Virginia rank for traffic technician pay?
Virginia ranks 11 of 36 states.
Which city in Virginia pays traffic technicians the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $70,100 a year.
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.