Top 8 cities for subway and streetcar operators by average salary
| New York, NY | $89,750 |
|---|---|
| Baltimore, MD | $80,530 |
| Seattle, WA | $78,220 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $68,140 |
| San Diego, CA | $67,700 |
| St. Louis, MO | $58,660 |
| Atlanta, GA | $56,270 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $55,010 |
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Subway and Streetcar Operators salary by state
Maryland pays subway and streetcar operators the most statewide, $84,800 a year on average. Statewide columns cover every employer in the state; city columns cover the metro areas we publish.
| State | Statewide average | Statewide median | Jobs | Metros | Highest city average | Lowest city average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | n/a | n/a | n/a | 1 | $89,750 | $89,750 |
| Maryland | $84,800 | $92,420 | 480 | 1 | $80,530 | $80,530 |
| Washington | $78,220 | $77,020 | 320 | 1 | $78,220 | $78,220 |
| California | $74,720 | $78,680 | 900 | 1 | $67,700 | $67,700 |
| New Jersey | $70,650 | $68,970 | 140 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Minnesota | $67,700 | $65,410 | 140 | 1 | $68,140 | $68,140 |
| Florida | $66,910 | $72,860 | 130 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| North Carolina | $62,060 | $62,590 | 110 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Virginia | $58,480 | $61,970 | n/a | 1 | $55,010 | $55,010 |
| Utah | $58,240 | $58,620 | 970 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Georgia | $55,350 | $59,570 | 300 | 1 | $56,270 | $56,270 |
| Texas | $55,020 | $58,780 | 240 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Missouri | $51,250 | $53,030 | 70 | 1 | $58,660 | $58,660 |
| Michigan | $44,330 | $41,710 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Subway and Streetcar Operators salary in every city we cover
Sort by any column. Each city links to its pay range, take-home pay and cost of living.
| Metro area | Average | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $89,750 | $90,140 | $43.15 | 3,950 |
| Baltimore, MD | $80,530 | $84,350 | $38.72 | 150 |
| Seattle, WA | $78,220 | $77,020 | $37.61 | 320 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $68,140 | $69,680 | $32.76 | 130 |
| San Diego, CA | $67,700 | $60,970 | $32.55 | 200 |
| St. Louis, MO | $58,660 | $63,030 | $28.20 | 40 |
| Atlanta, GA | $56,270 | $59,570 | $27.05 | 270 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $55,010 | $61,980 | $26.45 | 70 |
Related jobs
- Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive FirersU.S. average $69,030
- Railroad Conductors and YardmastersU.S. average $79,100
- Locomotive EngineersU.S. average $85,900
- Rail Transportation Workers, All OtherU.S. average $60,140
- Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and HostlersU.S. average $68,450
Subway and Streetcar Operators salary: questions
Where do subway and streetcar operators make the most money?
In New York, NY, with an average of $89,750 a year, among the 8 metro areas we cover.
What is the average subway and streetcar operators salary in the U.S.?
$77,170 a year nationwide (BLS OEWS national estimates, May 2025); the median is $86,380, so half of subway and streetcar operators earn more than that and half less.
What salary should subway and streetcar operators ask for?
Start from the figures for your city: the middle half of subway and streetcar operators nationwide earn between $61,980 (25th percentile) and $90,140 (75th percentile). Newer workers usually start near the 25th percentile and experienced ones can ask for the 75th; each city page shows the local range. See how to read salary percentiles.
Which state pays subway and streetcar operators the most?
Maryland, with a statewide average of $84,800 a year (BLS state estimates, May 2025).
Where is subway and streetcar operators pay the lowest?
Virginia Beach, VA, at $55,010 a year on average. Lower pay often comes with lower prices: check the cost of living on each city page.
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 53-4041.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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