How Much Does a TSA Make Per Year? Average TSA Salary

A Transportation Security Administrator (TSA) is responsible for preventing the transportation of any deadly or risky items by aircraft, trains, buses or any other public transportation vehicle. TSAs also help in the screening of luggage, cargoes and passengers. TSAs may provide screening service to any airport which is in commercial use. The activities of a TSA can be divided into four basic categories: Grants, Law Enforcement Programs, Security Programs and Security Screening. A TSA transportation security officer can make approximately $25,500 to $44,000 annually plus the locality pay.