Highest-Paying Transportation Jobs (2026)
All 4 transportation careers we track, ranked by median salary. The highest-paying transportation job is Airline Pilot at $160,000/year (top earners: $330,000+).
| # | Job title | Median | Top 10% | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Airline Pilot | $160,000 | $330,000 | +5.2% |
| 2 | Transportation Planner | $82,000 | $140,000 | +4.2% |
| 3 | Fleet Manager | $78,000 | $132,000 | +4% |
| 4 | Truck Driver (CDL) | $52,000 | $88,000 | +4.8% |
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