LRT Operator Salary in Columbia, SC

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How much does a LRT Operator make in Columbia, SC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a LRT Operator in Columbia, SC is $45,380. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,521 to $51,364, with most professionals earning between $36,096 and $56,811.

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What is a LRT Operator?

An LRT (Light Rail Transit) Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining light rail vehicles, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of passengers. They are responsible for following all safety protocols and procedures, monitoring the vehicle's performance, and communicating with control centers to ensure the smooth operation of the light rail system. LRT Operators also provide excellent customer service, assisting passengers with boarding and disembarking, and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise during their shift. Additionally, they may be responsible for conducting routine inspections and maintenance on the light rail vehicles to ensure they are in proper working condition.

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Average Salary Range for LRT Operator in Columbia, SC

Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for LRT Operator in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of LRT Operator in Columbia, SC. The base salary for LRT Operator ranges from $40,521 to $51,364 with the average base salary of $45,380. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,081 to $52,418 with the average total cash compensation of $46,169.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $45,380 $40,521 - $51,364
Bonus $789 $560 - $1,054
Total Pay $46,169 $41,081 - $52,418
* 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.

LRT Operator Salary Near Columbia, SC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Sumter, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,087 - $49,546 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Aiken, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,783 - $51,696 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,025 - $54,539 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,402 - $49,945 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Augusta, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,905 - $51,851 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,327 - $52,385 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

Columbia, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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