Rail Transportation Workers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for rail transportation workerss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $79,290 ≈ $38/hr
National median salary $78,820
Total employment 107,550 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do rail transportation workers make in the U.S.?
The median rail transportation workers salary in the United States is $78,820 per year (mean $79,290), and about 80% earn between $55,520 and $105,210.
How much do rail transportation workers make per hour?
Roughly $38 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $79,290 and 2,080 work hours per year.