Transportation Planner Career

Job Description: Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.


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Transportation Planner Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$80,860

Median Hourly Wage

$38.88*

Total Employed Nationally

36,380


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.