Taxi Drivers Jobs Pay in California, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$19.37
39.5%Below national average
Range: $18.45 – $20.30
Average Annual Pay
$40,295
39.5%Below national average
Range: $38,376 – $42,214
How much do Taxi Drivers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$16.46/hr
Range: $15.68 – $17.25
Annual Rate
$34,251
Range: $32,620 – $35,882
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.37/hr
Range: $18.45 – $20.30
Annual Rate
$40,295
Range: $38,376 – $42,214
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.28/hr
Range: $21.22 – $23.34
Annual Rate
$46,339
Range: $44,132 – $48,546
Taxi Drivers job description
Taxi Drivers professionals are responsible for safely transporting goods or passengers. They operate vehicles, follow transportation regulations, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining safety standards.
Responsibilities
- •Operate vehicles safely and efficiently
- •Follow transportation routes and schedules
- •Inspect and maintain vehicles
- •Complete required documentation
- •Follow DOT regulations
- •Provide excellent customer service
Skills
- •Safe driving skills
- •Navigation and route planning
- •Time management
- •Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- •Communication
- •Physical fitness
Qualifications
- •Valid commercial driver's license (if required)
- •Clean driving record
- •DOT physical examination
- •Background check
