Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers Salary in Rhode Island

$34,720 $112,677
10th pct Median: $65,510 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$34,720
25th Percentile$47,167
50th (Median)$65,510
75th Percentile$90,404
90th (Top Earners)$112,677
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Rhode Island median salary of $65,510 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $54,230 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Rhode Island's higher cost of living (COL index: 120.8) 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 Rhode Island?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Rhode Island earn a median annual salary of $65,510 per year ($31.50/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $62,390.
Is Rhode Island a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island is higher average (COL index: 120.8).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Rhode Island?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 120.8 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $65,510 salary in Rhode Island has the purchasing power of approximately $54,230 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Rhode Island reduce real purchasing power.
How does Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Radiologists $325,416
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
4 Neurologists $310,380
5 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
7 Psychiatrists $262,288
8 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Rhode Island

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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