As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Train Operator in Middlesex, NJ is $61,934, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,191 weekly, or $5,161 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 Middlesex, NJ vary widely, spanning from $49,435 to $77,102. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,392) and 75th percentile ($69,874), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,102 per year. This $14,482 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, Middlesex Train Operator often earn 3.3% higher than national averages. However, Middlesex currently ranks 53 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 $49,435 Middlesex, NJ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Train Operator Salary $55,392 Middlesex, NJ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Train Operator Salary $61,934 Middlesex, NJ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Train Operator Salary $69,874 Middlesex, NJ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Train Operator Salary $77,102 Middlesex, NJ June 01, 2026
25% $55,392 10% $49,435 90% $77,102 75% $69,874 $61,934 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Train Operator in Middlesex, NJ. The base salary for Train Operator ranges from $55,392 to $69,874 with the average base salary of $61,934. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,491 to $79,937 with the average total cash compensation of $70,891.

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About Middlesex, New Jersey    Middlesex is a borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 13,635 reflec....More

Middlesex, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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