How much does a locomotive engineer make in Washington?
$73,750a year
Median yearly pay for locomotive engineers in Washington. That is $35.46 an hour or $6,146 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.46
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 1,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,610Median: $73,750Highest 10%: $91,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,610 | $28.66 | |
| 25th | $59,910 | $28.80 | |
| Median | $73,750 | $35.46 | |
| 75th | $91,140 | $43.82 | |
| 90th | $91,140 | $43.82 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for locomotive engineers.
| 26. Alabama | $77,600 |
| 27. California | $77,070 |
| 28. Kansas | $75,190 |
| 29. Washington | $73,750 |
| 30. New Hampshire | $70,670 |
| 31. South Dakota | $69,180 |
| 32. West Virginia | $64,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a locomotive engineer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $35.46 ($73,750 a year).
Do locomotive engineers make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $73,750 against $81,410 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Washington rank for locomotive engineer pay?
Washington ranks 29 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.