As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Train Operator in Meridian, ID is $51,735, equivalent to $25 per hour, $995 weekly, or $4,311 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 Meridian, ID vary widely, spanning from $41,299 to $64,392. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,272) and 75th percentile ($58,360), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,392 per year. This $12,088 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, Meridian Train Operator often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Meridian currently ranks 623 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 $41,299 Meridian, ID July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Train Operator Salary $46,272 Meridian, ID July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Train Operator Salary $51,735 Meridian, ID July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Train Operator Salary $58,360 Meridian, ID July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Train Operator Salary $64,392 Meridian, ID July 01, 2026
25% $46,272 10% $41,299 90% $64,392 75% $58,360 $51,735 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 Meridian, ID. The base salary for Train Operator ranges from $46,272 to $58,360 with the average base salary of $51,735. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,184 to $66,960 with the average total cash compensation of $59,382.

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About Meridian, Idaho    Meridian is a city located in Ada County in the U.S. state of Idaho. As of the 2010 census, the population of Meridian was 75,092 making it the third ....More

Meridian, Idaho  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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