How much does a rail transportation worker make in Texas?
$43,150a year
Median yearly pay for rail transportation workers in Texas. That is $20.75 an hour or $3,596 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.75
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 5
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $21,880Median: $43,150Highest 10%: $59,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $21,880 | $10.52 | |
| 25th | $22,610 | $10.87 | |
| Median | $43,150 | $20.75 | |
| 75th | $50,340 | $24.20 | |
| 90th | $59,740 | $28.72 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $40,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for rail transportation workers.
| 2. Georgia | $78,500 |
| 3. California | $60,360 |
| 4. Tennessee | $48,660 |
| 5. Texas | $43,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rail transportation worker make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $20.75 ($43,150 a year).
Do rail transportation workers make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $43,150 against $56,360 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Texas rank for rail transportation worker pay?
Texas ranks 5 of 5 states.
Which city in Texas pays rail transportation workers the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $40,270 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.