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Taxi Drivers

Overview

Taxi drivers, also known as cab drivers, operate automobiles and other motor vehicles to take passengers from one place to another for a fee. This fee is usually based on distance traveled or time as recorded on a taximeter. There are currently about 50,250 people who work in the taxi and limousine service industry in the United States.

Salary Range

Below $25,000 to $50,000

Minimum Education Level

High School Diploma

Certification/License

Required

Outlook

Much Faster than the Average
Personality Traits

Conventional

Helpful

Outgoing

Career Ladder
Manager or Independent Operator

Lead Driver

Experienced Taxi Driver

Entry-Level Taxi Driver