Washington Median
$79,040
per year
Hourly Rate
$38.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+1% vs US median
US median $78,000
State Rank
#10 of 33
810 employed here
How much do Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters make in Washington?
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Washington take home a median of $79,040 annually — roughly $38.00 an hour — which runs 1% above the national median of $78,000.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $63,880 while the top 10% make $120,630 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $63,880 and $92,400 a year.
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $63,880 | $30.71 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $63,880 | $30.71 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $79,040 | $38.00 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $92,400 | $44.42 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $120,630 | $58.00 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 10th out of 33 states and territories for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary in other states
Oklahoma $102,260Pennsylvania $83,610Maryland $83,390Indiana $81,260Delaware $80,410New York $80,000Virginia $79,900Illinois $79,820Florida $79,600Michigan $78,960Minnesota $78,930Arizona $78,080Mississippi $78,010New Mexico $77,890Colorado $77,550Georgia $75,810South Carolina $73,660Tennessee $71,740California $69,950Texas $68,980Kansas $68,730Oregon $68,580Wyoming $68,430Missouri $68,030Arkansas $67,710South Dakota $62,730Louisiana $62,170Ohio $61,390Wisconsin $59,690North Carolina $58,930West Virginia $55,180Kentucky $52,380
Working as Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Washington
Nationally, about 46,000 people work as Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($79,040) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters make in Washington?
The median Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary in Washington is $79,040 per year, or about $38.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $63,880 at the entry level to $120,630 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters about 1% more than the national median of $78,000. Washington ranks 10th out of 33 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $79,040 a year. About 810 Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.