How much does a LRT Operator make in Sioux Falls, SD?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a LRT Operator in Sioux Falls, SD is $44,991. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,295 to $50,658, with most professionals earning between $36,020 and $55,818.

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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 Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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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 Sioux Falls, SD. The base salary for LRT Operator ranges from $40,295 to $50,658 with the average base salary of $44,991. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,864 to $51,601 with the average total cash compensation of $45,702.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $44,991 $40,295 - $50,658
Bonus $711 $569 - $943
Total Pay $45,702 $40,864 - $51,601
* 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 Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Brookings, SD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,630 - $49,821 COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Sioux City, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,900 - $50,161 COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Watertown, SD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,630 - $49,821 COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Norfolk, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,501 - $49,659 COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Fremont, NE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,334 - $51,964 COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Aberdeen, SD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,735 - $46,182 COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
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About Sioux Falls, South Dakota    Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and t....More

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