What are the main factors that influence a Freight Train Driver's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Freight Train Driver's salary?

A Freight Train Driver's salary grows with experience: a Desktop Publishing Operator I (0-1 years)earns $56,381, a Freight Train Driver (1-3 years)earns $62,480, a Desktop Publishing Operator III (3-5 years)earns $74,987,

What are the highest paying states for a Freight Train Driver?

Freight Train Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Freight Train Driver roles are District of Columbia $66,722, California $66,469, Massachusetts $65,583. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Freight Train Driver roles make?

Salaries for Freight Train Driver level roles vary by specialization: Train Manager: $99,135; Train Supervisor: $93,672; Freight Train Conductor: $75,473; Train Driver: $68,214; Gravel Train Driver: $67,806.

Freight Train Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Freight Train Driver make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Freight Train Driver in Delaware is $61,027 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Freight Train Driver's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,023
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,053 to $69,923
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,702

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Freight Train Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,923	$5,827	$1,345	$34
Average	$61,027	$5,086	$1,174	$29
25th Percentile	$54,053	$4,504	$1,039	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Freight Train Driver Salaries

A Freight Train Driver's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Freight Train Driver Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Freight Train Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,722.
California: $66,469.
Massachusetts: $65,583.

District of Columbia $66,722 California $66,469 Massachusetts $65,583 Washington $65,342 New Jersey $65,318 Alaska $65,234 Connecticut $64,402 New York $64,065

Hawaii $62,986 Rhode Island $62,480 Maryland $62,136 Minnesota $61,666 Colorado $61,485 Illinois $61,425 Oregon $61,196 Delaware $61,027

New Hampshire $60,921 Virginia $60,684 Pennsylvania $59,991 Nevada $59,641 North Dakota $59,527 Michigan $59,346 Wisconsin $59,280 Vermont $59,147

Texas $58,780 Maine $58,756 Arizona $58,719 Ohio $58,677 Georgia $58,123 Indiana $57,846 Wyoming $57,791 Utah $57,707

Iowa $57,671 Kansas $57,382 Louisiana $57,297 North Carolina $57,267 Missouri $57,255 Florida $57,020 Montana $56,893 Nebraska $56,773

Kentucky $56,707 South Carolina $56,466 Tennessee $56,315 Idaho $56,255 New Mexico $55,815 Oklahoma $55,718 Alabama $55,363 South Dakota $54,766

Arkansas $54,441 West Virginia $54,266 Mississippi $53,742

Top Paying Cities for Freight Train Drivers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $60,753
Little Creek: $61,197
Magnolia: $61,109

Lincoln, DE $60,753 Little Creek, DE $61,197 Magnolia, DE $61,109 Milford, DE $60,907 Marydel, DE $61,007 Millsboro, DE $60,498 Millville, DE $60,591 Milton, DE $60,696

Nassau, DE $60,740 Ocean View, DE $60,581 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,697 Seaford, DE $60,732 Selbyville, DE $60,480 Smyrna, DE $61,240 Viola, DE $60,958 Woodside, DE $61,121

Bear, DE $60,980 Newark, DE $60,958 Claymont, DE $61,082 Delaware City, DE $61,018 Hockessin, DE $60,952 Kirkwood, DE $61,007 Middletown, DE $61,030 Montchanin, DE $60,966

New Castle, DE $60,975 Odessa, DE $61,061 Port Penn, DE $61,102 Rockland, DE $60,972 Saint Georges, DE $61,011 Townsend, DE $61,105 Winterthur, DE $60,979 Lewes, DE $60,719

Wilmington, DE $60,955 Dover, DE $61,197 Dover Afb, DE $60,875 Bethany Beach, DE $60,517 Bethel, DE $60,580 Bridgeville, DE $60,723 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,025 Cheswold, DE $61,177

Clayton, DE $61,179 Dagsboro, DE $60,475 Delmar, DE $60,378 Ellendale, DE $60,561 Felton, DE $60,902 Fenwick Island, DE $60,488 Frankford, DE $60,383 Frederica, DE $60,962

Georgetown, DE $60,452 Greenwood, DE $60,732 Harbeson, DE $60,516 Harrington, DE $60,825 Hartly, DE $61,014 Houston, DE $60,738 Kenton, DE $61,182 Laurel, DE $60,416

Yorklyn, DE $60,970

Freight Train Driver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Freight Train Driver's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$54,053

Average $61,027/year

$69,923

$4,504

Average $5,086/month

$5,827

$1,039

Average $1,174/week

$1,345

$26

Average $29/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,923	$5,827	$1,345	$34
Average	$61,027	$5,086	$1,174	$29
25th Percentile	$54,053	$4,504	$1,039	$26

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