How much does a locomotive engineer make in South Carolina?
$89,290a year
Median yearly pay for locomotive engineers in South Carolina. That is $42.93 an hour or $7,441 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.93
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,350Median: $89,290Highest 10%: $89,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,350 | $28.05 | |
| 25th | $83,210 | $40.00 | |
| Median | $89,290 | $42.93 | |
| 75th | $89,290 | $42.93 | |
| 90th | $89,290 | $42.93 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for locomotive engineers.
| 11. Iowa | $89,970 |
| 12. Arizona | $89,840 |
| 13. Colorado | $89,360 |
| 14. South Carolina | $89,290 |
| 15. New Mexico | $88,330 |
| 16. New Jersey | $86,550 |
| 17. Wisconsin | $84,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a locomotive engineer make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $42.93 ($89,290 a year).
Do locomotive engineers make more in South Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $89,290 against $81,410 nationally, 10% more.
Where does South Carolina rank for locomotive engineer pay?
South Carolina ranks 14 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.