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

$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 Iowa median salary of $56,151 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $62,045 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Iowa's lower cost of living (COL index: 90.5) means your salary goes further than in higher-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 Iowa?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Iowa 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 Iowa a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Iowa pays slightly below the national average for railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers. Cost of living in Iowa is lower average (COL index: 90.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Iowa?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 90.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $56,151 salary in Iowa has the purchasing power of approximately $62,045 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Iowa increase real purchasing power.
How does Iowa 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 Iowa

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $298,980
2 Radiologists $278,928
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $275,598
4 Neurologists $266,040
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $244,692
6 Psychiatrists $224,818
7 Physicians, Pathologists $219,528
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $219,006
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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

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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