How much does a railroad brake make in Louisiana?
$54,260a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in Louisiana. That is $26.09 an hour or $4,522 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.09
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,840Median: $54,260Highest 10%: $63,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,840 | $19.15 | |
| 25th | $47,800 | $22.98 | |
| Median | $54,260 | $26.09 | |
| 75th | $63,220 | $30.39 | |
| 90th | $63,250 | $30.41 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $53,960 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad brakes.
| 19. Alabama | $56,050 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $55,470 |
| 21. North Carolina | $54,810 |
| 22. Louisiana | $54,260 |
| 23. West Virginia | $46,900 |
| 24. Wyoming | $45,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad brake make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $26.09 ($54,260 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $54,260 against $68,840 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for railroad brake pay?
Louisiana ranks 22 of 24 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays railroad brakes the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $53,960 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.