How much does a railroad brake make in Iowa?
$80,910a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in Iowa. That is $38.90 an hour or $6,743 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.90
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,660Median: $80,910Highest 10%: $82,240
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,660 | $24.36 | |
| 25th | $57,290 | $27.54 | |
| Median | $80,910 | $38.90 | |
| 75th | $82,240 | $39.54 | |
| 90th | $82,240 | $39.54 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad brakes.
| 1. Washington | $85,140 |
| 2. New York | $83,530 |
| 3. Iowa | $80,910 |
| 4. Maryland | $79,180 |
| 5. Illinois | $76,290 |
| 6. Colorado | $76,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad brake make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $38.90 ($80,910 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $80,910 against $68,840 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Iowa rank for railroad brake pay?
Iowa ranks 3 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.