Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary in Washington

$44,271 $143,672
10th pct Median: $83,530 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$44,271
25th Percentile$60,142
50th (Median)$83,530
75th Percentile$115,271
90th (Top Earners)$143,672
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Washington median salary of $83,530 for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters has the purchasing power of approximately $70,371 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Washington's higher cost of living (COL index: 118.7) 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 Conductors and Yardmasters make in Washington?
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Washington earn a median annual salary of $83,530 per year ($40.16/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $74,580.
Is Washington a good state for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters?
Washington pays above the national average for railroad conductors and yardmasters, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Washington is higher average (COL index: 118.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Washington?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 118.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $83,530 salary in Washington has the purchasing power of approximately $70,371 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Washington reduce real purchasing power.
How does Washington compare to neighboring states for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Washington

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $372,064
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $342,966
3 Neurologists $331,072
4 Surgeons, All Other $329,862
5 Psychiatrists $279,774
6 Physicians, Pathologists $273,190
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $272,541
8 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $267,904
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Washington

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters 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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