How much does a railroad brake make in North Carolina?
$54,810a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in North Carolina. That is $26.35 an hour or $4,568 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.35
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,780Median: $54,810Highest 10%: $87,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,780 | $17.68 | |
| 25th | $37,950 | $18.25 | |
| Median | $54,810 | $26.35 | |
| 75th | $56,930 | $27.37 | |
| 90th | $87,560 | $42.10 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad brakes.
| 18. Kentucky | $56,410 |
| 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 North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $26.35 ($54,810 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $54,810 against $68,840 nationally, 20% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for railroad brake pay?
North Carolina ranks 21 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.