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

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

How does experience change A Train Controller's salary?

A Train Controller's salary grows with experience: a Train Controller (0-0 years)earns $168,368, a Financial Control Director (0-0 years)earns $183,180, a Controller (0-0 years)earns $261,856,

What are the highest paying states for a Train Controller?

Train Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Train Controller roles are District of Columbia $176,301, California $175,632, Massachusetts $173,291. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Train Controller roles make?

Salaries for Train Controller level roles vary by specialization: Controller: $253,627; Deputy Controller: $163,100; Assistant Financial Controller: $163,080; Train Manager: $99,146; Train Supervisor: $93,705.

Train Controller Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Train Controller make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Train Controller in Rhode Island is $165,091 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $79.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $196,418
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $149,361 to $181,489
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $135,041

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Train Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,489	$15,124	$3,490	$87
Average	$165,091	$13,758	$3,175	$79
25th Percentile	$149,361	$12,447	$2,872	$72

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Key Factors That Influence Train Controller Salaries

A Train Controller'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 Train Controller 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 Train Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $176,301.
California: $175,632.
Massachusetts: $173,291.

District of Columbia $176,301 California $175,632 Massachusetts $173,291 Washington $172,654 New Jersey $172,590 Alaska $172,368 Connecticut $170,170 New York $169,278

Hawaii $166,428 Rhode Island $165,091 Maryland $164,183 Minnesota $162,941 Colorado $162,463 Illinois $162,304 Oregon $161,699 Delaware $161,253

New Hampshire $160,973 Virginia $160,346 Pennsylvania $158,514 Nevada $157,591 North Dakota $157,288 Michigan $156,811 Wisconsin $156,636 Vermont $156,285

Texas $155,314 Maine $155,250 Arizona $155,155 Ohio $155,043 Georgia $153,578 Indiana $152,846 Wyoming $152,703 Utah $152,480

Iowa $152,384 Kansas $151,620 Louisiana $151,397 North Carolina $151,317 Missouri $151,285 Florida $150,664 Montana $150,330 Nebraska $150,012

Kentucky $149,836 South Carolina $149,199 Tennessee $148,801 Idaho $148,642 New Mexico $147,480 Oklahoma $147,225 Alabama $146,286 South Dakota $144,709

Arkansas $143,849 West Virginia $143,388 Mississippi $142,002

Top Paying Cities for Train Controllers

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:

Adamsville: $167,798
Albion: $165,011
Ashaway: $168,435

Adamsville, RI $167,798 Albion, RI $165,011 Ashaway, RI $168,435 Barrington, RI $165,011 Block Island, RI $167,559 Bradford, RI $168,323 Bristol, RI $164,852 Carolina, RI $166,954

Charlestown, RI $167,129 Chepachet, RI $164,693 Clayville, RI $164,852 Coventry, RI $164,693 West Greenwich, RI $164,581 East Greenwich, RI $164,804 Exeter, RI $168,323 Fiskeville, RI $165,011

Forestdale, RI $164,852 Foster, RI $164,581 Glendale, RI $164,581 Greene, RI $166,428 Greenville, RI $165,011 Harmony, RI $164,963 Harrisville, RI $164,693 Hope, RI $165,011

Hope Valley, RI $168,435 Hopkinton, RI $168,482 Jamestown, RI $166,794 Kenyon, RI $168,275 Little Compton, RI $167,734 Manville, RI $165,011 Mapleville, RI $164,581 Newport, RI $166,826

Middletown, RI $167,527 North Kingstown, RI $164,533 North Scituate, RI $164,963 Oakland, RI $164,740 Pascoag, RI $164,645 Pawtucket, RI $165,011 Central Falls, RI $165,011 Cumberland, RI $165,011

Lincoln, RI $165,011 Portsmouth, RI $166,158 Prudence Island, RI $164,693 Rockville, RI $168,482 Saunderstown, RI $166,890 Shannock, RI $168,228 Slatersville, RI $164,852 Slocum, RI $166,890

Tiverton, RI $167,845 Wakefield, RI $166,715 Kingston, RI $166,747 Narragansett, RI $166,779 Peace Dale, RI $166,715 Warren, RI $164,963 Warwick, RI $165,011 Westerly, RI $168,530

West Kingston, RI $166,842 West Warwick, RI $165,011 Wood River Junction, RI $168,323 Woonsocket, RI $164,852 North Smithfield, RI $164,963 Wyoming, RI $168,275 Providence, RI $165,011 Cranston, RI $165,011

North Providence, RI $165,011 East Providence, RI $165,011 Riverside, RI $165,011 Rumford, RI $165,011 Smithfield, RI $165,011 Johnston, RI $165,011

Train Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Train Controller'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 April 01, 2026

$149,361

Average $165,091/year

$181,489

$12,447

Average $13,758/month

$15,124

$2,872

Average $3,175/week

$3,490

$72

Average $79/hour

$87

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,489	$15,124	$3,490	$87
Average	$165,091	$13,758	$3,175	$79
25th Percentile	$149,361	$12,447	$2,872	$72

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