How much does a rail car repairer make in California?
$68,370a year
Median yearly pay for rail car repairers in California. That is $32.87 an hour or $5,698 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.87
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,910Median: $68,370Highest 10%: $115,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,910 | $24.00 | |
| 25th | $64,190 | $30.86 | |
| Median | $68,370 | $32.87 | |
| 75th | $86,440 | $41.56 | |
| 90th | $115,800 | $55.69 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $54,120 |
| San Diego, CA | $49,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for rail car repairers.
| 12. New Jersey | $78,750 |
| 13. Minnesota | $77,800 |
| 14. South Dakota | $71,750 |
| 15. California | $68,370 |
| 16. Missouri | $68,290 |
| 17. New Mexico | $67,550 |
| 18. Michigan | $64,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rail car repairer make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $32.87 ($68,370 a year).
Do rail car repairers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $68,370 against $67,530 nationally, 1% more.
Where does California rank for rail car repairer pay?
California ranks 15 of 40 states.
Which city in California pays rail car repairers the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $54,120 a year.
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.