SOC 49-3043 · May 2025 · United States
Rail Car Repairers
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Rail Car Repairers across the United States is $67,530 per year, measured over 21,350 jobs. The highest state median is in Massachusetts, at $108,680.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Rail Car Repairers
Pay for this occupation varies by 128.9% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Massachusetts pays $108,680 and Mississippi pays $47,480.
States with the most Rail Car Repairers jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas | 2,690 | $59,330 | |
| 2 | Illinois | 1,850 | $84,570 | |
| 3 | New York | 1,730 | $84,580 | |
| 4 | Georgia | 980 | $64,230 | |
| 5 | Pennsylvania | 970 | $62,350 | |
| 6 | Kentucky | 770 | $59,430 | |
| 7 | Massachusetts | 770 | $108,680 | |
| 8 | California | 700 | $68,370 | |
| 9 | Ohio | 690 | $53,480 | |
| 10 | Indiana | 670 | $60,490 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $103,540 | 250 |
| 2 | New York | $92,250 | 800 |
| 3 | Baltimore | $89,430 | 230 |
| 4 | Portland | $87,470 | 150 |
| 5 | Charlotte | $76,870 | 70 |
| 6 | Chicago | $62,250 | 570 |
| 7 | Philadelphia | $61,120 | 90 |
| 8 | Dallas | $59,820 | 370 |
| 9 | Pittsburgh | $59,810 | 90 |
| 10 | Houston | $59,310 | 790 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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