Subway and Streetcar Operators Salary in Georgia (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Subway and Streetcar Operators in Georgia, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Georgia Median
$59,570
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.64
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-31% vs US median
US median $86,380
State Rank
#9 of 13
300 employed here

How much do Subway and Streetcar Operators make in Georgia?

Subway and Streetcar Operators working in Georgia earn a median salary of $59,570 per year, or about $28.64 per hour. That is 31% below the national median of $86,380 for this occupation.

Within Georgia, entry-level pay starts around $44,630 while the top 10% make $59,570 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $53,990 and $59,570 a year.

Subway and Streetcar Operators salary range in Georgia

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$44,630$21.46
25th percentile (early career)$53,990$25.96
50th percentile (median)$59,570$28.64
75th percentile (experienced)$59,570$28.64
90th percentile (top earners)$59,570$28.64

How Georgia compares

Georgia ranks 9th out of 13 states and territories for Subway and Streetcar Operators pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Maryland$92,420
2California$78,680
3Washington$77,020
4Florida$72,860
5New Jersey$68,970

Working as Subway and Streetcar Operators in Georgia

Nationally, about 10,000 people work as Subway and Streetcar Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Georgia pay ($59,570) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Subway and Streetcar Operators make in Georgia?
The median Subway and Streetcar Operators salary in Georgia is $59,570 per year, or about $28.64 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $44,630 at the entry level to $59,570 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Georgia pay compare to the national average?
Georgia pays Subway and Streetcar Operators about 31% less than the national median of $86,380. Georgia ranks 9th out of 13 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Georgia a good state for Subway and Streetcar Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $59,570 a year. About 300 Subway and Streetcar Operators are employed in Georgia. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Georgia?
The highest-paying occupations in Georgia include Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($618,090), Cardiologist ($610,070), Surgeon, All Other ($502,070), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.