As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Train Operator in Billings, MT is $53,405, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,027 weekly, or $4,450 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 Billings, MT vary widely, spanning from $42,632 to $66,470. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,766) and 75th percentile ($60,244), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,470 per year. This $12,478 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, Billings Train Operator often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Billings currently ranks 489 statewide for Train Operator job salary. 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 $42,632 Billings, MT July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Train Operator Salary $47,766 Billings, MT July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Train Operator Salary $53,405 Billings, MT July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Train Operator Salary $60,244 Billings, MT July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Train Operator Salary $66,470 Billings, MT July 01, 2026
25% $47,766 10% $42,632 90% $66,470 75% $60,244 $53,405 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 Billings, MT. The base salary for Train Operator ranges from $47,766 to $60,244 with the average base salary of $53,405. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,900 to $69,121 with the average total cash compensation of $61,299.

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