How Much Does a Railroad Operations Manager Make?

Updated March 01, 2025
As of March 01, 2025, the average annual pay of Railroad Operations Manager in the United States is $119,816. While Salary.com is seeing that Railroad Operations Manager salary in the US can go up to $144,181 or down to $92,924, but most earn between $105,740 and $132,569. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, and your experience levels. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
25% $105,740 10% $92,924 90% $144,181 75% $132,569 $119,816 50%(Median)
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$126,228/yr
$113,118
$139,337
RANGE: $113,118 - $139,337
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$162,663/yr
$145,856
$179,470
RANGE: $145,856 - $179,470
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$92,620/yr
$80,191
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RANGE: $80,191 - $105,049
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$123,910/yr
$107,480
$140,340
RANGE: $107,480 - $140,340
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$134,621/yr
$114,125
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RANGE: $114,125 - $155,118
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What Does a Railroad Operations Manager Do?

Slow complicated operation whereby one train passes another on a single-track railroad when the other is on a siding too short to hold the entire train.
Updated December 17, 2021
Be a part of an exciting work environment with excellent opportunities for development and advancement in railroad construction, maintenance, and transit operation with ongoing projects located throughout North America.
Updated December 17, 2021
As the railroad came apart it is also truly perplexing why Union Pacific did not spend the capital for infrastructure improvements, or at least enough to maintain operations, considering the planned merger.
Updated December 15, 2021
Photo by Emily Beck.","description":"GSRM Railroad Operations Manager Terry Koller gets ready to reattach the No.
Updated December 04, 2021
Darius* currently serves as Operation Underground Railroad as the Regional Director of Operations-Mexico/Caribbean.
Updated November 23, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions About a Railroad Operations Manager Salaries

What is the average of a Railroad Operations Manager in the United States?

The Railroad Operations Manager salary range is from $105,740 to $132,569, and the average Railroad Operations Manager salary is $119,816/year in the United States. The Railroad Operations Manager's salary will change in different locations.

Which location pays the highest Railroad Operations Manager salary in the United States?

The Railroad Operations Manager salary in San Jose, CA is $150,369 which is the highest in the US.

What kinds of reasons will influence the Railroad Operations Manager's salary?

Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary. Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Railroad Operations Manager.

What is the growth rate of the Railroad Operations Manager's salary?

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$114,342 Yearly
A Railroad Operations Manager in Asheville, NC reported making $114,342 per year
Asheville, NC
200 - 6 employees
Full-Time
Company - Private
$60 Hourly
A Railroad Operations Manager in Huntington, WV reported making $60 per hour
Huntington, WV
7,6 - 15,000 employees
Part-Time
Company - Public
$121,200 Yearly
A Railroad Operations Manager in Hilo, HI reported making $121,200 per year
Hilo, HI
100 - 200 employees
Full-Time
Company - Private
$9,398 Monthly
A Railroad Operations Manager in Greenville, NC reported making $9,398 per month
Greenville, NC
1,000 - 3,000 employees
Full-Time
Company - Public
$48 Hourly
A Railroad Operations Manager in Lakewood, OH reported making $48 per hour
Lakewood, OH
3,000 - 7,6 employees
Part-Time
Company - Public
$107,695 Yearly
A Railroad Operations Manager in Alexandria, VA reported making $107,695 per year
Alexandria, VA
6 - 1,000 employees
Full-Time
Company - Private