Occupation ยท SOC 53-3054
Taxi Drivers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of taxi drivers has no teleworkability classification in the source data. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 17,510 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $36,220 ($17.42 an hour).
US employment
17,510
Median annual wage
$36,220
Mean annual wage
$39,310
Median hourly wage
$17.42
Education and training
Typical education
No formal educational credential
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance | $48,880 | $12,660 (+35.0%) | 2 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Couriers and Messengers | $38,340 | $2,120 (+5.9%) | 2 | High school diploma or equivalent |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Nevada3,600
- 2. New York1,950
- 3. Florida940
- 4. Wisconsin860
- 5. Arizona730
- 6. Virginia370
- 7. Massachusetts300
- 8. Missouri280
- 9. Pennsylvania280
- 10. Oregon240
States that pay the most
- 1. Nevada$49,090
- 2. New York$40,630
- 3. California$38,500
- 4. Minnesota$36,860
- 5. Missouri$36,650
- 6. New Jersey$36,460
- 7. Oregon$35,740
- 8. Texas$35,610
- 9. Maryland$34,930
- 10. North Carolina$34,790
Median annual wage. Based on 26 states and territories with published figures.
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