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Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers
Full rail yard engineers, dinkey operators, and hostlers overview →U.S. mean $68,450 · median $60,600
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | #1 | $79,630 | $91,380 | $38 | +16.3% | $62,990–$91,380 |
| Florida | #2 | $77,700 | $80,360 | $37 | +13.5% | $56,900–$80,580 |
| New Jersey | #3 | $74,840 | $71,030 | $36 | +9.3% | $51,350–$102,220 |
| Kentucky | #4 | $71,390 | $62,070 | $34 | +4.3% | $48,770–$102,430 |