How much does a railroad brake make in Maryland?
$79,180a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in Maryland. That is $38.07 an hour or $6,598 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.07
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,920Median: $79,180Highest 10%: $104,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,920 | $24.00 | |
| 25th | $49,920 | $24.00 | |
| Median | $79,180 | $38.07 | |
| 75th | $84,860 | $40.80 | |
| 90th | $104,300 | $50.13 |
Cities in Maryland
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 |
| 7. Georgia | $75,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad brake make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $38.07 ($79,180 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $79,180 against $68,840 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Maryland rank for railroad brake pay?
Maryland ranks 4 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.