How much does a locomotive engineer make in Mississippi?
$96,710a year
Median yearly pay for locomotive engineers in Mississippi. That is $46.50 an hour or $8,059 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.50
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,790Median: $96,710Highest 10%: $211,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,790 | $28.75 | |
| 25th | $60,640 | $29.15 | |
| Median | $96,710 | $46.50 | |
| 75th | $174,400 | $83.87 | |
| 90th | $211,400 | $101.65 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for locomotive engineers.
| 1. New York | $109,200 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $108,800 |
| 3. Mississippi | $96,710 |
| 4. Minnesota | $93,700 |
| 5. Illinois | $93,320 |
| 6. Indiana | $92,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a locomotive engineer make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $46.50 ($96,710 a year).
Do locomotive engineers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
Yes: $96,710 against $81,410 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Mississippi rank for locomotive engineer pay?
Mississippi ranks 3 of 35 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.