As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Train Operator in Longview, TX is $50,517, equivalent to $24 per hour, $971 weekly, or $4,210 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 Longview, TX vary widely, spanning from $40,327 to $62,876. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,183) and 75th percentile ($56,986), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,876 per year. This $11,803 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, Longview Train Operator often earn 6.4% lower than national averages. However, Longview currently ranks 700 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 $40,327 Longview, TX August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Train Operator Salary $45,183 Longview, TX August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Train Operator Salary $50,517 Longview, TX August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Train Operator Salary $56,986 Longview, TX August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Train Operator Salary $62,876 Longview, TX August 01, 2026
25% $45,183 10% $40,327 90% $62,876 75% $56,986 $50,517 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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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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65552
58134
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Train Operator in Longview, TX. The base salary for Train Operator ranges from $45,183 to $56,986 with the average base salary of $50,517. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $52,066 to $65,552 with the average total cash compensation of $58,134.

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About Longview, Texas    Longview is the forty-fifth largest city in the state of Texas. The city is mostly located in Gregg County, of which it is the county seat; a small pa....More

Longview, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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