How much does a railroad brake make in Texas?
$71,580a year
Median yearly pay for railroad brakes in Texas. That is $34.41 an hour or $5,965 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.41
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 24
- Jobs in the state
- 1,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,570Median: $71,580Highest 10%: $71,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,570 | $19.02 | |
| 25th | $46,810 | $22.50 | |
| Median | $71,580 | $34.41 | |
| 75th | $71,860 | $34.55 | |
| 90th | $71,860 | $34.55 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Houston, TX | $47,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad brakes.
| 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 |
| 13. Kansas | $66,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad brake make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $34.41 ($71,580 a year).
Do railroad brakes make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $71,580 against $68,840 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Texas rank for railroad brake pay?
Texas ranks 10 of 24 states.
Which city in Texas pays railroad brakes the most?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX, with a median of $47,750 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.