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Transit and Railroad Police Salary in Texas

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

How much do Transit and Railroad Police make in Texas?

Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

$78,480
Median Annual Salary
▼ -27.7% vs 2024
$85,310
Mean Salary
$78,480
Median Salary
$37.73
Hourly Rate
80 people work as Transit and Railroad Police in Texas

Transit and Railroad Police salary by percentile in Texas

BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).

Transit and Railroad Police salary in Texas — 2025 BLS percentilesHorizontal bars showing 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th and 90th percentile annual salaries for Transit and Railroad Police in Texas.10thBottom 10% earn less than $53,710$53,71025th25% earn less than $61,030$61,030MedianHalf earn more than $78,480$78,48075th75% earn less than $111,280$111,28090thTop 10% earn more than $111,280$111,280

Transit and Railroad Police in Texas earn a median salary of $78,480 per year ($6,540/month). This is 8.0% below the national average of $85,268. Texas ranks #6 out of 9 states for Transit and Railroad Police pay. Approximately 80 people work in this occupation across Texas. Salaries decreased by 27.7% compared to 2024.

About This Job: Transit and Railroad Police

Protect and police railroad and transit property, employees, or passengers.

Top Skills

Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Critical Thinking
3.88
Complex Problem Solving
3.75
Monitoring
3.38

Key Knowledge Areas

Public Safety and Security
4.9
Law and Government
4.71
English Language
4.4
Customer and Personal Service
4.13
Transportation
3.66
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree (28.4% of workers)

Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

Salary Range: Transit and Railroad Police in Texas

Salaries for Transit and Railroad Police in Texas range from $53,710 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $111,280 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $61,030 and $111,280.

Median $78,480
P10: $53,710 P25: $61,030 P75: $111,280 P90: $111,280
10th
$53,710
25th
$61,030
Median
$78,480
75th
$111,280
90th
$111,280
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level) $53,710 $25.82 $4,475
25th Percentile $61,030 $29.34 $5,085
Median (50th) $78,480 $37.73 $6,540
75th Percentile $111,280 $53.50 $9,273
90th Percentile (Experienced) $111,280 $53.50 $9,273

Note: The mean (average) salary of $85,310 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.

📊 How Does This Compare?

#6
Texas ranks #6 of 9 states
$85,268
National avg. for Transit and Railroad Police
-8.0%
vs. national average
Below Average

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Transit and Railroad Police Salary by State

Compare Transit and Railroad Police pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Transit and Railroad Police make in Texas?
The median annual salary for Transit and Railroad Police in Texas is $78,480 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $85,310.
What is the salary range for a Transit and Railroad Police in Texas?
Salaries for Transit and Railroad Police in Texas range from $53,710 at the 10th percentile to $111,280 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $61,030 and $111,280.
What is the starting salary for a Transit and Railroad Police in Texas?
Entry-level Transit and Railroad Police positions in Texas typically start around $53,710 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $61,030 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Transit and Railroad Police in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 80 people are employed as Transit and Railroad Police in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Transit and Railroad Police in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Transit and Railroad Police in Texas is approximately $37.73 per hour.

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Data Source & Methodology

Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.

Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.

Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS

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