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

$30,421 $98,726
10th pct Median: $57,399 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$30,421
25th Percentile$41,327
50th (Median)$57,399
75th Percentile$79,211
90th (Top Earners)$98,726
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Wyoming median salary of $57,399 for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers has the purchasing power of approximately $59,728 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Wyoming's lower cost of living (COL index: 96.1) 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 Wyoming?
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Wyoming earn a median annual salary of $57,399 per year ($27.60/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $62,390.
Is Wyoming a good state for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers?
Wyoming pays slightly below the national average for railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers. Cost of living in Wyoming is near the national average (COL index: 96.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Wyoming?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 96.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $57,399 salary in Wyoming has the purchasing power of approximately $59,728 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Wyoming increase real purchasing power.
How does Wyoming 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 Wyoming

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $305,624
2 Radiologists $285,126
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $281,722
4 Neurologists $271,952
5 Surgeons, All Other $270,958
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $250,130
7 Psychiatrists $229,814
8 Physicians, Pathologists $224,406
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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

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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