Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers Salary in Kentucky

$29,429 $95,506
10th pct Median: $55,527 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$29,429
25th Percentile$39,979
50th (Median)$55,527
75th Percentile$76,627
90th (Top Earners)$95,506
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Kentucky median salary of $55,527 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $61,356 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Kentucky's lower cost of living (COL index: 90.5) 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 Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers make in Kentucky?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Kentucky earn a median annual salary of $55,527 per year ($26.70/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,390.
Is Kentucky a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Kentucky pays slightly below the national average for railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers. Cost of living in Kentucky is lower average (COL index: 90.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Kentucky?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 90.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $55,527 salary in Kentucky has the purchasing power of approximately $61,356 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Kentucky increase real purchasing power.
How does Kentucky compare to neighboring states for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Kentucky

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $295,658
2 Radiologists $275,829
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $272,536
4 Surgeons, All Other $262,123
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $241,973
6 Psychiatrists $222,320
7 Physicians, Pathologists $217,089
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $216,573
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Kentucky

Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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