Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators Salary in Arkansas

$25,212 $81,819
10th pct Median: $47,569 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$25,212
25th Percentile$34,250
50th (Median)$47,569
75th Percentile$65,645
90th (Top Earners)$81,819
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arkansas median salary of $47,569 for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $53,933 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arkansas's lower cost of living (COL index: 88.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators make in Arkansas?
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Arkansas earn a median annual salary of $47,569 per year ($22.87/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $56,630.
Is Arkansas a good state for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators?
Arkansas pays slightly below the national average for rail-track laying and maintenance equipment operators. Cost of living in Arkansas is lower average (COL index: 88.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Arkansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 88.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $47,569 salary in Arkansas has the purchasing power of approximately $53,933 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Arkansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Arkansas compare to neighboring states for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Arkansas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $279,048
2 Radiologists $260,333
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $257,225
4 Neurologists $248,304
5 Surgeons, All Other $247,397
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $228,379
7 Psychiatrists $209,830
8 Physicians, Pathologists $204,893
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Arkansas

Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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