How much does a rail transportation worker make in Washington?
$86,650a year
Median yearly pay for rail transportation workers in Washington. That is $41.66 an hour or $7,221 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.66
- Vs. national median
- +54%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 5
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,120Median: $86,650Highest 10%: $94,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,120 | $38.04 | |
| 25th | $79,120 | $38.04 | |
| Median | $86,650 | $41.66 | |
| 75th | $92,760 | $44.60 | |
| 90th | $94,390 | $45.38 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $79,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for rail transportation workers.
| 1. Washington | $86,650 |
| 2. Georgia | $78,500 |
| 3. California | $60,360 |
| 4. Tennessee | $48,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rail transportation worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $41.66 ($86,650 a year).
Do rail transportation workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $86,650 against $56,360 nationally, 54% more.
Where does Washington rank for rail transportation worker pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 5 states.
Which city in Washington pays rail transportation workers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $79,120 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.