How much does a Freight Conductor make in Reno, NV?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Freight Conductor in Reno, NV is $111,419. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $86,760 to a high of $139,828, with most professionals earning between $98,511 and $126,289.

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What is a Freight Conductor?

A Freight Conductor is a person who is employed by a railroad. The Freight Conductor is the lead employee assigned to a freight train, and is responsible for the smooth operation of the assignment, which includes reviewing schedules and maintaining communication with the train's crew members....

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Freight Conductor in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Freight Conductor in Reno, NV. The base salary for Freight Conductor ranges from $98,511 to $126,289 with the average base salary of $111,419. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,734 to $140,498 with the average total cash compensation of $120,888.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $111,419 $98,511 - $126,289
Bonus $9,469 $6,222 - $14,209
Total Pay $120,888 $104,734 - $140,498
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Sun Valley, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $98,511 - $126,289 COMPARE TO Reno, NV 0%
CITY, STATE Sparks, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $98,511 - $126,289 COMPARE TO Reno, NV 0%
CITY, STATE Carson City, NV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $98,285 - $125,999 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Chico, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $101,126 - $129,642 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Roseville, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,190 - $136,133 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
CITY, STATE Elk Grove, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,308 - $136,284 COMPARE TO Reno, NV
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Freight Train Conductor LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $69,714 MAXIMUM SALARY $90,153
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JOB TITLE Symphony Conductor LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $37,501 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,562
JOB TITLE Railroad Conductor LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $69,849 MAXIMUM SALARY $94,477
JOB TITLE Assistant Conductor LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $42,756 MAXIMUM SALARY $64,820
JOB TITLE Passenger Conductor LOCATION Reno, NV MINIMUM SALARY $35,285 MAXIMUM SALARY $59,306
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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

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