Traffic Technicians Salary in New York
Traffic Technicians in New York earn a median of $71,670 a year, +21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $71,670
- vs. U.S. median
- +21% ($59,090)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 950
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,000; the top 10% earn over $105,720. Nationally the range is $39,090 to $85,130.
States ranked near New York
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Traffic Technicians pay in New York
How much do traffic technicians make in New York?
The median is $71,670 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,000 and the top 10% earn over $105,720. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for traffic technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 36 (+21% vs. the national median of $59,090). Living costs are not included.