Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary in Texas
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Texas make a median of $67,580 a year, or about $32.49 an hour. The range runs from $63K at the entry level to $78K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $68K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level railroad conductors and yardmasters (10th percentile) start around $63K. Mid-career wages sit at $68K. Top earners bring in $78K or more, a $15K spread from bottom to top.
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary by metro in Texas
1 metro area with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $58K | -14% | 50 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do railroad conductors and yardmasters make in Texas?
The median is $67,580 a year, that works out to about $32 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $62,970, and experienced railroad conductors and yardmasters can clear $77,790. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $68K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,661/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 30.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a railroad conductors and yardmasters salary go in Texas?
Texas has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median railroad conductors and yardmasters salary is worth about $73,866 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do railroad conductors and yardmasters get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.