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

What industry pays the highest salary for Freight Train Driver?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Freight Train Driver roles, with salaries approximately 36% above the market median.

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 $56,410, a Freight Train Driver (1-3 years)earns $62,510, a Desktop Publishing Operator III (3-5 years)earns $75,017,

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 $66,752, California $66,499, Massachusetts $65,612. 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: $99,126; Train Supervisor: $93,640; Freight Train Conductor: $75,475; Train Driver: $68,209; Gravel Train Driver: $67,801.

Freight Train Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Freight Train Driver make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Freight Train Driver in Delaware is $61,054 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): $78,033
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,066 to $69,942
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,703

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Freight Train Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,942	$5,828	$1,345	$34
Average	$61,054	$5,088	$1,174	$29
25th Percentile	$54,066	$4,505	$1,040	$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: $66,752.
California: $66,499.
Massachusetts: $65,612.

District of Columbia $66,752 California $66,499 Massachusetts $65,612 Washington $65,371 New Jersey $65,347 Alaska $65,263 Connecticut $64,431 New York $64,093

Hawaii $63,014 Rhode Island $62,507 Maryland $62,164 Minnesota $61,694 Colorado $61,513 Illinois $61,452 Oregon $61,223 Delaware $61,054

New Hampshire $60,948 Virginia $60,711 Pennsylvania $60,018 Nevada $59,668 North Dakota $59,553 Michigan $59,372 Wisconsin $59,306 Vermont $59,173

Texas $58,806 Maine $58,782 Arizona $58,745 Ohio $58,703 Georgia $58,149 Indiana $57,871 Wyoming $57,817 Utah $57,733

Iowa $57,696 Kansas $57,407 Louisiana $57,323 North Carolina $57,292 Missouri $57,280 Florida $57,045 Montana $56,919 Nebraska $56,798

Kentucky $56,732 South Carolina $56,491 Tennessee $56,340 Idaho $56,280 New Mexico $55,839 Oklahoma $55,743 Alabama $55,387 South Dakota $54,790

Arkansas $54,465 West Virginia $54,290 Mississippi $53,766

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: $60,780
Little Creek: $61,224
Magnolia: $61,136

Lincoln, DE $60,780 Little Creek, DE $61,224 Magnolia, DE $61,136 Milford, DE $60,934 Marydel, DE $61,034 Millsboro, DE $60,525 Millville, DE $60,618 Milton, DE $60,723

Nassau, DE $60,767 Ocean View, DE $60,608 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,724 Seaford, DE $60,758 Selbyville, DE $60,507 Smyrna, DE $61,267 Viola, DE $60,985 Woodside, DE $61,149

Bear, DE $61,007 Newark, DE $60,985 Claymont, DE $61,109 Delaware City, DE $61,045 Hockessin, DE $60,979 Kirkwood, DE $61,034 Middletown, DE $61,057 Montchanin, DE $60,993

New Castle, DE $61,002 Odessa, DE $61,088 Port Penn, DE $61,129 Rockland, DE $60,999 Saint Georges, DE $61,038 Townsend, DE $61,132 Winterthur, DE $61,006 Lewes, DE $60,746

Wilmington, DE $60,982 Dover, DE $61,224 Dover Afb, DE $60,902 Bethany Beach, DE $60,544 Bethel, DE $60,607 Bridgeville, DE $60,749 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,052 Cheswold, DE $61,205

Clayton, DE $61,206 Dagsboro, DE $60,502 Delmar, DE $60,405 Ellendale, DE $60,588 Felton, DE $60,929 Fenwick Island, DE $60,515 Frankford, DE $60,409 Frederica, DE $60,989

Georgetown, DE $60,479 Greenwood, DE $60,759 Harbeson, DE $60,543 Harrington, DE $60,852 Hartly, DE $61,041 Houston, DE $60,765 Kenton, DE $61,209 Laurel, DE $60,443

Yorklyn, DE $60,997

Freight Train Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Freight Train Driver roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 36% above the average. In contrast, Freight Train Driver positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Freight Train Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Freight Train Driver

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$83,187	$40.0	36%
Financial Services	$77,081	$37.0	26%
Pharmaceuticals	$74,029	$36.0	21%
Biotechnology	$70,976	$34.0	16%
Energy & Utilities	$67,923	$33.0	11%

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 August 01, 2026

$54,066

Average $61,054/year

$69,942

$4,505

Average $5,088/month

$5,828

$1,040

Average $1,174/week

$1,345

$26

Average $29/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,942	$5,828	$1,345	$34
Average	$61,054	$5,088	$1,174	$29
25th Percentile	$54,066	$4,505	$1,040	$26

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Freight Train Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Freight Train Driver make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Freight Train Driver Salaries

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

Top Paying Cities for Freight Train Drivers

Freight Train Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Freight Train Driver

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

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