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

$40,341 $130,920
10th pct Median: $76,116 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$40,341
25th Percentile$54,804
50th (Median)$76,116
75th Percentile$105,040
90th (Top Earners)$130,920
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Massachusetts median salary of $76,116 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $53,527 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Massachusetts's higher cost of living (COL index: 142.2) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-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 Massachusetts?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Massachusetts earn a median annual salary of $76,116 per year ($36.59/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $62,390.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Massachusetts pays above the national average for railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Massachusetts is higher average (COL index: 142.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Massachusetts?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 142.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $76,116 salary in Massachusetts has the purchasing power of approximately $53,527 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Massachusetts reduce real purchasing power.
How does Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $378,102
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $373,588
3 Neurologists $360,632
4 Surgeons, All Other $359,314
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $331,694
6 Psychiatrists $304,754
7 Physicians, Pathologists $297,582
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $296,875
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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

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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