How much does a Train Dispatcher make in Boise, ID?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Train Dispatcher in Boise, ID is $45,302. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $33,972 to a high of $59,176, with most professionals earning between $39,372 and $52,564.

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Train Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $33,972 Boise,ID April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $39,372 Boise,ID April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $45,302 Boise,ID April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $52,564 Boise,ID April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Train Dispatcher Salary $59,176 Boise,ID April 01, 2025
25% $39,372 10% $33,972 90% $59,176 75% $52,564 $45,302 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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45302

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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 Train Dispatcher in Boise, ID. The base salary for Train Dispatcher ranges from $39,372 to $52,564 with the average base salary of $45,302. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,672 to $53,441 with the average total cash compensation of $45,830.
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About Boise, Idaho    Boise (/ˈbɔɪsi/ (listen)) is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Idaho, and is the county seat of Ada County. Located on the Boise....More

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