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

$33,397 $108,384
10th pct Median: $63,014 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$33,397
25th Percentile$45,370
50th (Median)$63,014
75th Percentile$86,959
90th (Top Earners)$108,384
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Pennsylvania median salary of $63,014 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $61,961 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Pennsylvania's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.7) 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 Pennsylvania?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Pennsylvania earn a median annual salary of $63,014 per year ($30.30/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $62,390.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania is near the national average (COL index: 101.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Pennsylvania?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $63,014 salary in Pennsylvania has the purchasing power of approximately $61,961 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Pennsylvania reduce real purchasing power.
How does Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $335,522
2 Radiologists $313,019
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $309,282
4 Neurologists $298,556
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $274,599
6 Psychiatrists $252,296
7 Physicians, Pathologists $246,359
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $245,773
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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

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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