How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in Illinois?
$79,820a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in Illinois. That is $38.38 an hour or $6,652 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.38
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 2,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,290Median: $79,820Highest 10%: $134,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,290 | $30.43 | |
| 25th | $76,980 | $37.01 | |
| Median | $79,820 | $38.38 | |
| 75th | $96,120 | $46.21 | |
| 90th | $134,400 | $64.63 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $96,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters.
| 5. Delaware | $80,410 |
| 6. New York | $80,000 |
| 7. Virginia | $79,900 |
| 8. Illinois | $79,820 |
| 9. Florida | $79,600 |
| 10. Washington | $79,040 |
| 11. Michigan | $78,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $38.38 ($79,820 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $79,820 against $78,000 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Illinois rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
Illinois ranks 8 of 33 states.
Which city in Illinois pays railroad conductor and yardmasters the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $96,120 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.