Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary in Rhode Island

$41,504 $134,691
10th pct Median: $78,309 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$41,504
25th Percentile$56,382
50th (Median)$78,309
75th Percentile$108,066
90th (Top Earners)$134,691
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Rhode Island median salary of $78,309 for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters has the purchasing power of approximately $64,825 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Rhode Island's higher cost of living (COL index: 120.8) 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 Rhode Island?
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Rhode Island earn a median annual salary of $78,309 per year ($37.65/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $74,580.
Is Rhode Island a good state for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters?
Rhode Island pays above the national average for railroad conductors and yardmasters, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Rhode Island is higher average (COL index: 120.8).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Rhode Island?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 120.8 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $78,309 salary in Rhode Island has the purchasing power of approximately $64,825 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Rhode Island reduce real purchasing power.
How does Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Radiologists $325,416
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
4 Neurologists $310,380
5 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
7 Psychiatrists $262,288
8 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Rhode Island

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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