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

$30,752 $99,800
10th pct Median: $58,023 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,752
25th Percentile$41,777
50th (Median)$58,023
75th Percentile$80,072
90th (Top Earners)$99,800
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Maine median salary of $58,023 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $52,132 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Maine's higher cost of living (COL index: 111.3) 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 Maine?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Maine earn a median annual salary of $58,023 per year ($27.90/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,390.
Is Maine a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Maine pays slightly below the national average for railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers. Cost of living in Maine is higher average (COL index: 111.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Maine?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 111.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $58,023 salary in Maine has the purchasing power of approximately $52,132 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Maine reduce real purchasing power.
How does Maine 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 Maine

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $308,946
2 Radiologists $288,226
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $284,785
4 Neurologists $274,908
5 Surgeons, All Other $273,904
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $252,848
7 Psychiatrists $232,312
8 Physicians, Pathologists $226,846
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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

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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