How much does a locomotive engineer make in Tennessee?
$81,410a year
Median yearly pay for locomotive engineers in Tennessee. That is $39.14 an hour or $6,784 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.14
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,060Median: $81,410Highest 10%: $91,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,060 | $31.76 | |
| 25th | $80,660 | $38.78 | |
| Median | $81,410 | $39.14 | |
| 75th | $81,900 | $39.38 | |
| 90th | $91,490 | $43.99 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for locomotive engineers.
| 16. New Jersey | $86,550 |
| 17. Wisconsin | $84,550 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $82,460 |
| 19. Tennessee | $81,410 |
| 20. Oregon | $79,130 |
| 21. Texas | $79,000 |
| 22. Arkansas | $78,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a locomotive engineer make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $39.14 ($81,410 a year).
Do locomotive engineers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $81,410 against $81,410 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for locomotive engineer pay?
Tennessee ranks 19 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.