What is the average hourly wage for Locomotive Firers?

The median hourly wage for Locomotive Firers is $31.23 per hour. This translates to approximately $64,960 per year working full-time.

What states pay Locomotive Firers the most?

Salaries for Locomotive Firers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a locomotive firer?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Locomotive Firers Salary

Name: Locomotive Firers Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$64,960

$31.23 / hour

▲ 4% (Average)

Salary Range

$34,429 - $111,731

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

2,480

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Locomotive Firers Salary by Percentile

$34,429 $111,731

10th pct Median: $64,960 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$34,429	$16.55
25th Percentile	$46,771	$22.49
50th (Median)	$64,960	$31.23
75th Percentile	$89,645	$43.10
90th (Top Earners)	$111,731	$53.72
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Locomotive Firers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$85,747	$41.22
2	California (CA)	$81,200	$39.04
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$79,251	$38.10
4	New York (NY)	$79,251	$38.10
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$77,952	$37.48
6	Connecticut (CT)	$76,653	$36.85
7	Hawaii (HI)	$74,704	$35.92
8	Alaska (AK)	$72,755	$34.98
9	Washington (WA)	$72,755	$34.98
10	Colorado (CO)	$70,157	$33.73
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Locomotive Firers

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 Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Locomotive Firers

Projected Growth

+4%

2022-2032

▲ 4% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

1,651,000

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Locomotive Firers make?

The median annual salary for Locomotive Firers is $64,960 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $34,429, while the top 10% earn $111,731 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Locomotive Firers?

Locomotive Firers earn a median hourly wage of $31.23 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $64,960 annually.

Is Locomotive Firers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $64,960, Locomotive Firers earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (4% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Locomotive Firers need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.