Traffic Technicians Salary in California
Traffic Technicians in California earn a median of $79,110 a year, +34% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $79,110
- vs. U.S. median
- +34% ($59,090)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,250
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,990; the top 10% earn over $97,080. Nationally the range is $39,090 to $85,130.
States ranked near California
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Traffic Technicians pay in California
How much do traffic technicians make in California?
The median is $79,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,990 and the top 10% earn over $97,080. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for traffic technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 36 (+34% vs. the national median of $59,090). Living costs are not included.