How much does a railroad brake make in New Mexico?
$72,340a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in New Mexico. That is $34.78 an hour or $6,028 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.78
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,070Median: $72,340Highest 10%: $76,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,070 | $24.07 | |
| 25th | $63,800 | $30.67 | |
| Median | $72,340 | $34.78 | |
| 75th | $76,590 | $36.82 | |
| 90th | $76,590 | $36.82 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad brakes.
| 6. Colorado | $76,140 |
| 7. Georgia | $75,540 |
| 8. New Jersey | $74,160 |
| 9. New Mexico | $72,340 |
| 10. Texas | $71,580 |
| 11. Ohio | $67,770 |
| 12. Missouri | $67,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad brake make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $34.78 ($72,340 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $72,340 against $68,840 nationally, 5% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for railroad brake pay?
New Mexico ranks 9 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.