How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in North Carolina?
$58,930a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in North Carolina. That is $28.33 an hour or $4,911 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.33
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 33
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,040Median: $58,930Highest 10%: $92,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,040 | $25.02 | |
| 25th | $52,050 | $25.02 | |
| Median | $58,930 | $28.33 | |
| 75th | $80,570 | $38.74 | |
| 90th | $92,220 | $44.34 |
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 conductor and yardmasters.
| 28. Louisiana | $62,170 |
| 29. Ohio | $61,390 |
| 30. Wisconsin | $59,690 |
| 31. North Carolina | $58,930 |
| 32. West Virginia | $55,180 |
| 33. Kentucky | $52,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $28.33 ($58,930 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $58,930 against $78,000 nationally, 24% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
North Carolina ranks 31 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.