Subway and Streetcar Operators
Operate subway or elevated suburban trains with no separate locomotive, or electric-powered streetcar, to transport passengers. May handle fares.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 190 | $46,250 | $22.24 | |
| California | 600 | $66,150 | $31.81 | |
| Colorado | 370 | $52,820 | $25.39 | |
| Florida | 140 | $58,800 | $28.27 | |
| Georgia | 390 | $49,120 | $23.62 | |
| Illinois | 400 | $74,810 | $35.97 | |
| Maryland | 550 | $65,210 | $31.35 | |
| Minnesota | 140 | $44,280 | $21.29 | |
| Texas | 240 | $44,120 | $21.21 | |
| Virginia | 510 | $69,300 | $33.32 | |
| Washington | 120 | $76,320 | $36.69 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the operation of railroads and other aspects of the railway industry, including railroad and railyard service. Includes instruction in railway culture, operating skills, General Code of Operation rules, conductor service, signal systems, switching, transportation of hazardous materials, safety, and railway telecommunications systems.
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
Certificate
Associate Degree
International Air and Hospitality Academy
Vancouver, WA
Certificate
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$71,520 per yearNational average salaryModerateJob growth rate
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High school diploma or equivalentTypical education requirement
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Moderate-term on-the-job trainingTypical on-the-job training requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as subway and streetcar operators.
- Less than high school 3%
- High school graduate 38%
- College dropout 33%
- Associate’s degree 11%
- Bachelor’s degree 12%
- Master’s degree 3%
- Doctorate degree 0%
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