Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary in Washington
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Washington make a median of $61,860 a year, or about $29.74 an hour. The range runs from $62K at the entry level to $87K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Washington. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
So what does $62K get you in Washington?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Washington
Entry-level railroad conductors and yardmasters (10th percentile) start around $62K. Mid-career wages sit at $62K. Top earners bring in $87K or more, a $26K spread from bottom to top.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do railroad conductors and yardmasters make in Washington?
The median is $61,860 a year, that works out to about $30 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $61,650, and experienced railroad conductors and yardmasters can clear $87,300. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $62K enough to live in Washington?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,312/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,830/month, which eats 42.4% 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 Washington?
Washington 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 $60,641 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.