SOC 53-4099 · May 2025 · United States
Rail Transportation Workers, All Other
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Rail Transportation Workers, All Other across the United States is $56,360 per year, measured over 1,120 jobs. The highest state median is in Washington, at $86,650.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Rail Transportation Workers, All Other
Pay for this occupation varies by 100.8% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Washington pays $86,650 and Texas pays $43,150.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $86,650 | 90 | |
| 2 | Georgia | $78,500 | 50 | |
| 3 | California | $60,360 | 230 | |
| 4 | Tennessee | $48,660 | 110 | |
| 5 | Texas | $43,150 | 120 |
States with the most Rail Transportation Workers, All Other jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 230 | $60,360 | |
| 2 | Texas | 120 | $43,150 | |
| 3 | Tennessee | 110 | $48,660 | |
| 4 | Washington | 90 | $86,650 | |
| 5 | Georgia | 50 | $78,500 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle | $79,120 | 60 |
| 2 | Los Angeles | $68,250 | 160 |
| 3 | Nashville | $48,660 | 60 |
| 4 | Houston | $40,270 | 60 |
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.