As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Train Operator in Amherst, CO is $54,170, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,042 weekly, or $4,514 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Train Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Train Operator in Amherst, CO vary widely, spanning from $43,243 to $67,423. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,450) and 75th percentile ($61,107), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,423 per year. This $12,657 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Communication Skills or Onboarding, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Amherst Train Operator often earn 4.0% 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
Train Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Train Operator Salary $43,243 Amherst, CO July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Train Operator Salary $48,450 Amherst, CO July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Train Operator Salary $54,170 Amherst, CO July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Train Operator Salary $61,107 Amherst, CO July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Train Operator Salary $67,423 Amherst, CO July 01, 2026
25% $48,450 10% $43,243 90% $67,423 75% $61,107 $54,170 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Train Operator

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Training Specialist 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 Train Operator in Amherst, CO. The base salary for Train Operator ranges from $48,450 to $61,107 with the average base salary of $54,170. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,687 to $70,112 with the average total cash compensation of $62,177.

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About Amherst, Colorado    Amherst is a census-designated place and U.S. Post Office in Phillips County, Colorado, United States. The population as of the 2010 Census was 58. Th....More

Amherst, Colorado  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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