How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in Tennessee?
$71,740a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in Tennessee. That is $34.49 an hour or $5,978 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.49
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,220Median: $71,740Highest 10%: $92,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,220 | $22.70 | |
| 25th | $62,190 | $29.90 | |
| Median | $71,740 | $34.49 | |
| 75th | $73,100 | $35.14 | |
| 90th | $92,980 | $44.70 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters.
| 16. Colorado | $77,550 |
| 17. Georgia | $75,810 |
| 18. South Carolina | $73,660 |
| 19. Tennessee | $71,740 |
| 20. California | $69,950 |
| 21. Texas | $68,980 |
| 22. Kansas | $68,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $34.49 ($71,740 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $71,740 against $78,000 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
Tennessee ranks 19 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.