How much does a railroad brake make in Colorado?
$76,140a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in Colorado. That is $36.61 an hour or $6,345 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.61
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 24
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,150Median: $76,140Highest 10%: $97,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,150 | $23.15 | |
| 25th | $70,680 | $33.98 | |
| Median | $76,140 | $36.61 | |
| 75th | $97,940 | $47.09 | |
| 90th | $97,940 | $47.09 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad brakes.
| 3. Iowa | $80,910 |
| 4. Maryland | $79,180 |
| 5. Illinois | $76,290 |
| 6. Colorado | $76,140 |
| 7. Georgia | $75,540 |
| 8. New Jersey | $74,160 |
| 9. New Mexico | $72,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad brake make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $36.61 ($76,140 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $76,140 against $68,840 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Colorado rank for railroad brake pay?
Colorado ranks 6 of 24 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.