How much does a transit and railroad police make in New York?
$90,460a year
Median yearly pay for transit and railroad polices in New York. That is $43.49 an hour or $7,538 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.49
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 9
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,170Median: $90,460Highest 10%: $125,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,170 | $24.12 | |
| 25th | $84,480 | $40.62 | |
| Median | $90,460 | $43.49 | |
| 75th | $125,900 | $60.53 | |
| 90th | $125,900 | $60.53 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $90,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transit and railroad polices.
| 1. California | $109,700 |
| 2. New Jersey | $106,300 |
| 3. Maryland | $99,420 |
| 4. New York | $90,460 |
| 5. Utah | $87,770 |
| 6. Texas | $78,480 |
| 7. Florida | $69,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transit and railroad police make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $43.49 ($90,460 a year).
Do transit and railroad polices make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $90,460 against $90,230 nationally, 0% more.
Where does New York rank for transit and railroad police pay?
New York ranks 4 of 9 states.
Which city in New York pays transit and railroad polices the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $90,460 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.