Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers Salary (2025)
Based on 12,400 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $45,660 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $57,820 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $68,840 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $76,590 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $86,590 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$46K
25th
$58K
Median
$69K
75th
$77K
90th
$87K
Highest Paying States for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $84,240 |
| Washington | $81,560 |
| Colorado | $81,040 |
| Georgia | $79,450 |
| Iowa | $74,180 |
| Illinois | $74,110 |
| Maryland | $73,400 |
| New Jersey | $70,530 |
| Michigan | $69,830 |
| Indiana | $68,940 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $84,240 per year, while Indiana has an average of $68,940 — a difference of $15,300. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12,400 workers were employed as Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $69,030 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-4022