How much does a railroad brake make in Michigan?
$66,970a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in Michigan. That is $32.20 an hour or $5,581 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.20
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,890Median: $66,970Highest 10%: $117,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,890 | $19.66 | |
| 25th | $51,520 | $24.77 | |
| Median | $66,970 | $32.20 | |
| 75th | $77,930 | $37.47 | |
| 90th | $117,700 | $56.56 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad brakes.
| 11. Ohio | $67,770 |
| 12. Missouri | $67,110 |
| 13. Kansas | $66,990 |
| 14. Michigan | $66,970 |
| 15. Indiana | $64,530 |
| 16. California | $58,770 |
| 17. Florida | $58,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad brake make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $32.20 ($66,970 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $66,970 against $68,840 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Michigan rank for railroad brake pay?
Michigan ranks 14 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.