How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in Virginia?
$79,900a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in Virginia. That is $38.41 an hour or $6,658 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.41
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,860Median: $79,900Highest 10%: $79,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,860 | $30.70 | |
| 25th | $79,750 | $38.34 | |
| Median | $79,900 | $38.41 | |
| 75th | $79,900 | $38.41 | |
| 90th | $79,900 | $38.41 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters.
| 4. Indiana | $81,260 |
| 5. Delaware | $80,410 |
| 6. New York | $80,000 |
| 7. Virginia | $79,900 |
| 8. Illinois | $79,820 |
| 9. Florida | $79,600 |
| 10. Washington | $79,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $38.41 ($79,900 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $79,900 against $78,000 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Virginia rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
Virginia ranks 7 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.