As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Railroad Engineer in Abbott, TX is $70,972, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,365 weekly, or $5,914 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Railroad Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Railroad Engineer in Abbott, TX vary widely, spanning from $61,347 to $81,403. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,934) and 75th percentile ($76,432), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,403 per year. This $10,498 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Equipment Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abbott Railroad Engineer often earn 8.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Railroad Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $61,347 Abbott, TX February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $65,934 Abbott, TX February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $70,972 Abbott, TX February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $76,432 Abbott, TX February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $81,403 Abbott, TX February 01, 2026
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What is a Railroad Engineer ?

An engineer (American and Canadian), engine driver, loco pilot, motorman, train driver (British and Commonwealth English), is a person who operates a train. The driver is in charge of, and responsible for driving the engine, as well as the mechanical operation of the train, train speed, and all train handling. For many American railroads, the following career progression is typical: assistant conductor (brakeman), conductor and finally driver. In the US, drivers are required to be certified and re-certified every two to three years. In American English a hostler moves engines around train y...

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  1. This Job:

    Railroad Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Civil Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Railroad Engineer in Abbott, TX. The base salary for Railroad Engineer ranges from $65,934 to $76,432 with the average base salary of $70,972. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,202 to $89,413 with the average total cash compensation of $80,094.
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About Abbott, Texas    Abbott is a city in Hill County, Texas, United States. The population was 356 in 2010. Abbott is located on Interstate 35, about 24 miles north of Wac....More

Abbott, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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