How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in Pennsylvania?
$83,610a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in Pennsylvania. That is $40.20 an hour or $6,968 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.20
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 2,750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,990Median: $83,610Highest 10%: $83,870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,990 | $28.36 | |
| 25th | $63,970 | $30.75 | |
| Median | $83,610 | $40.20 | |
| 75th | $83,820 | $40.30 | |
| 90th | $83,870 | $40.32 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $40.20 ($83,610 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $83,610 against $78,000 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 2 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.