The average salary for Locomotive Engineers and Operators in the United States is around $72790 per year.
In the United States, Locomotive Engineers and Operators earn an average hourly wage of $35 and a mean annual wage of $72790.
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$72790
For Locomotive Engineers and Operators positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $24.24 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $29.87 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $35.46, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $41.5. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $42.73 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Locomotive Engineers and Operators roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $50410 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $62130 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $73770. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $86310, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $88870 per year.
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$29.87
$62130
$35.46
$73770
$41.5
$86310
$42.73
$88870
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)