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

$29,760 $96,580
10th pct Median: $56,151 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$29,760
25th Percentile$40,429
50th (Median)$56,151
75th Percentile$77,488
90th (Top Earners)$96,580
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Idaho median salary of $56,151 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $55,430 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Idaho's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.3) 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 Idaho?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Idaho earn a median annual salary of $56,151 per year ($27.00/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,390.
Is Idaho a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Idaho pays slightly below the national average for railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers. Cost of living in Idaho is near the national average (COL index: 101.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Idaho?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $56,151 salary in Idaho has the purchasing power of approximately $55,430 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Idaho reduce real purchasing power.
How does Idaho 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 Idaho

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $298,980
2 Radiologists $278,928
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $275,598
4 Neurologists $266,040
5 Surgeons, All Other $265,068
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $244,692
7 Psychiatrists $224,818
8 Physicians, Pathologists $219,528
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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

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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