How much does a railroad brake make in Georgia?
$75,540a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in Georgia. That is $36.32 an hour or $6,295 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.32
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,940Median: $75,540Highest 10%: $109,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,940 | $25.45 | |
| 25th | $62,050 | $29.83 | |
| Median | $75,540 | $36.32 | |
| 75th | $103,300 | $49.65 | |
| 90th | $109,300 | $52.53 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad brakes.
| 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 |
| 10. Texas | $71,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad brake make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $36.32 ($75,540 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $75,540 against $68,840 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Georgia rank for railroad brake pay?
Georgia ranks 7 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.