Train Dispatcher Salary in the United States

Train Dispatcher Salary

How much does a Train Dispatcher make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Train Dispatcher in the United States is $48,561. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $36,422 to a high of $63,442, with most professionals earning between $42,207 and $56,350.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $36,422 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $42,207 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $48,561 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $56,350 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $63,442 US March 01, 2025
25% $42,207 10% $36,422 90% $63,442 75% $56,350 $48,561 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Train Dispatcher ?

A train dispatcher (US), rail traffic controller (Canada), train controller (Australia) or signalman (UK), is employed by a railroad to direct and facilitate the movement of trains over an assigned territory, which is usually part, or all, of a railroad operating division. The dispatcher is also responsible for cost effective movement of trains and other on-track railroad equipment to optimize physical (trains) and human resource (crews) assets.[full citation needed]...

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  1. Down a level:

    Dispatcher I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. This Job:

    Train Dispatcher

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  3. Up a level:

    Lead Dispatcher

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
42207
56350
48561

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
42527
57291
49129
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Train Dispatcher in the United States. The base salary for Train Dispatcher ranges from $42,207 to $56,350 with the average base salary of $48,561. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $42,527 to $57,291 with the average total cash compensation of $49,129.
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