As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Train Operator in Burlington, VT is $55,894, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,075 weekly, or $4,658 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Train Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Train Operator in Burlington, VT vary widely, spanning from $44,603 to $69,575. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,984) and 75th percentile ($63,055), while top earners (90th percentile) make $69,575 per year. This $13,071 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, Burlington Train Operator often earn 2.9% higher than national averages. However, Burlington currently ranks 317 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 $44,603 Burlington, VT April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Train Operator Salary $49,984 Burlington, VT April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Train Operator Salary $55,894 Burlington, VT April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Train Operator Salary $63,055 Burlington, VT April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Train Operator Salary $69,575 Burlington, VT April 01, 2026
25% $49,984 10% $44,603 90% $69,575 75% $63,055 $55,894 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Burlington, Vermont    Burlington is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Vermont and the seat of Chittenden County. It is located 45 miles (72 km) south of the Canad....More

Burlington, Vermont  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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