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

$31,414 $101,946
10th pct Median: $59,271 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$31,414
25th Percentile$42,675
50th (Median)$59,271
75th Percentile$81,794
90th (Top Earners)$101,946
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Wisconsin median salary of $59,271 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $60,542 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Wisconsin's lower cost of living (COL index: 97.9) 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 Wisconsin?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Wisconsin earn a median annual salary of $59,271 per year ($28.50/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,390.
Is Wisconsin a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Wisconsin pays slightly below the national average for railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers. Cost of living in Wisconsin is near the national average (COL index: 97.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Wisconsin?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 97.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $59,271 salary in Wisconsin has the purchasing power of approximately $60,542 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Wisconsin increase real purchasing power.
How does Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $315,590
2 Radiologists $294,424
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $290,909
4 Surgeons, All Other $279,794
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $258,286
6 Psychiatrists $237,308
7 Physicians, Pathologists $231,724
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $231,173
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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

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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