SOC 53-6041 · Chicago-Naperville, IL · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Traffic Technicians in Chicago-Naperville is $64,339 per year ($30.93/hr). This is 10% higher than the national median of $58,490. The middle 50% earn between $51,366 and $81,933 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $94,380.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $20.13 | $41,870 | +10.0% |
| P25 | $24.70 | $51,366 | +10.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $30.93 | $64,339 | +10.0% |
| P75 | $39.39 | $81,933 | +10.0% |
| P90 | $45.38 | $94,380 | +10.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Traffic Technicians in Chicago-Naperville is approximately $64,339, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 10% higher than the national median of $58,490.
Entry-level Traffic Technicians (10th percentile) in Chicago-Naperville earn approximately $41,870 per year. The 25th percentile is $51,366. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $94,380.
Chicago-Naperville pays 10% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $58,490 vs $64,339 in Chicago-Naperville. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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