Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary in Massachusetts

$48,224 $156,499
10th pct Median: $90,988 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$48,224
25th Percentile$65,511
50th (Median)$90,988
75th Percentile$125,563
90th (Top Earners)$156,499
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Massachusetts median salary of $90,988 for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters has the purchasing power of approximately $63,986 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Massachusetts's higher cost of living (COL index: 142.2) 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 Conductors and Yardmasters make in Massachusetts?
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Massachusetts earn a median annual salary of $90,988 per year ($43.74/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $74,580.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters?
Massachusetts pays above the national average for railroad conductors and yardmasters, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Massachusetts is higher average (COL index: 142.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Massachusetts?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 142.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $90,988 salary in Massachusetts has the purchasing power of approximately $63,986 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Massachusetts reduce real purchasing power.
How does Massachusetts compare to neighboring states for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Massachusetts

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $378,102
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $373,588
3 Neurologists $360,632
4 Surgeons, All Other $359,314
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $331,694
6 Psychiatrists $304,754
7 Physicians, Pathologists $297,582
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $296,875
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Massachusetts

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters 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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