How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in Indiana?
$81,260a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in Indiana. That is $39.07 an hour or $6,772 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.07
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 1,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,240Median: $81,260Highest 10%: $96,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,240 | $30.88 | |
| 25th | $79,220 | $38.09 | |
| Median | $81,260 | $39.07 | |
| 75th | $83,280 | $40.04 | |
| 90th | $96,820 | $46.55 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $96,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters.
| 1. Oklahoma | $102,300 |
| 2. Pennsylvania | $83,610 |
| 3. Maryland | $83,390 |
| 4. Indiana | $81,260 |
| 5. Delaware | $80,410 |
| 6. New York | $80,000 |
| 7. Virginia | $79,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $39.07 ($81,260 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in Indiana than the national average?
Yes: $81,260 against $78,000 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Indiana rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
Indiana ranks 4 of 33 states.
Which city in Indiana 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.