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

$32,736 $106,238
10th pct Median: $61,766 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$32,736
25th Percentile$44,472
50th (Median)$61,766
75th Percentile$85,237
90th (Top Earners)$106,238
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Nevada median salary of $61,766 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $57,564 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Nevada's higher cost of living (COL index: 107.3) 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 Nevada?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Nevada earn a median annual salary of $61,766 per year ($29.70/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,390.
Is Nevada a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Nevada pays slightly below the national average for railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers. Cost of living in Nevada is higher average (COL index: 107.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Nevada?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 107.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $61,766 salary in Nevada has the purchasing power of approximately $57,564 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Nevada reduce real purchasing power.
How does Nevada 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 Nevada

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $328,878
2 Radiologists $306,821
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $303,158
4 Surgeons, All Other $291,575
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $269,161
6 Psychiatrists $247,300
7 Physicians, Pathologists $241,481
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $240,907
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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

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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