How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in Louisiana?
$62,170a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in Louisiana. That is $29.89 an hour or $5,181 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.89
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,240Median: $62,170Highest 10%: $71,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,240 | $21.75 | |
| 25th | $46,350 | $22.28 | |
| Median | $62,170 | $29.89 | |
| 75th | $65,170 | $31.33 | |
| 90th | $71,850 | $34.54 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters.
| 25. Missouri | $68,030 |
| 26. Arkansas | $67,710 |
| 27. South Dakota | $62,730 |
| 28. Louisiana | $62,170 |
| 29. Ohio | $61,390 |
| 30. Wisconsin | $59,690 |
| 31. North Carolina | $58,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $29.89 ($62,170 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $62,170 against $78,000 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
Louisiana ranks 28 of 33 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.