How much does a traffic technician make in Washington?
$71,960a year
Median yearly pay for traffic technicians in Washington. That is $34.60 an hour or $5,997 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.60
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,990Median: $71,960Highest 10%: $103,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,990 | $29.32 | |
| 25th | $64,110 | $30.82 | |
| Median | $71,960 | $34.60 | |
| 75th | $95,030 | $45.69 | |
| 90th | $103,300 | $49.64 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for traffic technicians.
| 1. California | $79,110 |
| 2. Minnesota | $77,810 |
| 3. Washington | $71,960 |
| 4. New York | $71,670 |
| 5. Indiana | $71,000 |
| 6. Illinois | $70,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a traffic technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $34.60 ($71,960 a year).
Do traffic technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $71,960 against $59,090 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Washington rank for traffic technician pay?
Washington ranks 3 of 36 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.