Massachusetts Median
$63,780
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.66
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+8% vs US median
US median $59,090
State Rank
#10 of 36
90 employed here
How much does a Traffic Technician make in Massachusetts?
Traffic Technicians in Massachusetts take home a median of $63,780 annually — roughly $30.66 an hour — which runs 8% above the national median of $59,090.
Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $44,730 while the top 10% make $116,500 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $45,220 and $89,840 a year.
Traffic Technician salary range in Massachusetts
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $44,730 | $21.50 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $45,220 | $21.74 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $63,780 | $30.66 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $89,840 | $43.19 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $116,500 | $56.01 |
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How Massachusetts compares
Massachusetts ranks 10th out of 36 states and territories for Traffic Technician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Traffic Technician salary in other states
California $79,110Minnesota $77,810Washington $71,960New York $71,670Indiana $71,000Illinois $70,970Iowa $68,100Pennsylvania $65,610New Jersey $64,240Virginia $62,270Utah $61,970Ohio $61,460Nebraska $61,380Oklahoma $60,750Maryland $60,650Arizona $59,980Wisconsin $58,940Idaho $57,180South Carolina $57,080North Carolina $56,800Missouri $56,720West Virginia $53,400Nevada $53,100Alabama $52,060Florida $51,220Connecticut $50,400Wyoming $50,120Arkansas $49,550New Mexico $49,280Texas $48,770Georgia $48,110Kansas $47,100Tennessee $44,970Louisiana $42,710Michigan $37,890
Working as a Traffic Technician in Massachusetts
Nationally, about 8,000 people work as Traffic Technicians in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Massachusetts pay ($63,780) 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 does a Traffic Technician make in Massachusetts?
The median Traffic Technician salary in Massachusetts is $63,780 per year, or about $30.66 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $44,730 at the entry level to $116,500 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Traffic Technicians about 8% more than the national median of $59,090. Massachusetts ranks 10th out of 36 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Traffic Technicians?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $63,780 a year. About 90 Traffic Technicians are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), 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.