What is the average hourly wage for Transit and Railroad Police?

The median hourly wage for Transit and Railroad Police is $35.69 per hour. This translates to approximately $74,240 per year working full-time.

What states pay Transit and Railroad Police the most?

Salaries for Transit and Railroad Police vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a transit and railroad police?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Transit and Railroad Police Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$74,240

$35.69 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$39,347 - $127,693

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

5,800

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Transit and Railroad Police Salary by Percentile

$39,347 $127,693

10th pct Median: $74,240 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$39,347	$18.92
25th Percentile	$53,453	$25.70
50th (Median)	$74,240	$35.69
75th Percentile	$102,451	$49.26
90th (Top Earners)	$127,693	$61.39
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Transit and Railroad Police

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$97,997	$47.11
2	California (CA)	$92,800	$44.62
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$90,573	$43.54
4	New York (NY)	$90,573	$43.54
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$89,088	$42.83
6	Connecticut (CT)	$87,603	$42.12
7	Maryland (MD)	$87,603	$42.12
8	Hawaii (HI)	$85,376	$41.05
9	Alaska (AK)	$83,149	$39.98
10	Washington (WA)	$83,149	$39.98
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Transit and Railroad Police

Transit and Railroad Police work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the protective service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Transit and Railroad Police

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

264,000

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Transit and Railroad Police make?

The median annual salary for Transit and Railroad Police is $74,240 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $39,347, while the top 10% earn $127,693 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Transit and Railroad Police?

Transit and Railroad Police earn a median hourly wage of $35.69 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $74,240 annually.

Is Transit and Railroad Police a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $74,240, Transit and Railroad Police earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Transit and Railroad Police need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.