How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in Washington?
$79,040a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in Washington. That is $38.00 an hour or $6,587 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.00
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,880Median: $79,040Highest 10%: $120,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,880 | $30.71 | |
| 25th | $63,880 | $30.71 | |
| Median | $79,040 | $38.00 | |
| 75th | $92,400 | $44.42 | |
| 90th | $120,600 | $58.00 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $92,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters.
| 7. Virginia | $79,900 |
| 8. Illinois | $79,820 |
| 9. Florida | $79,600 |
| 10. Washington | $79,040 |
| 11. Michigan | $78,960 |
| 12. Minnesota | $78,930 |
| 13. Arizona | $78,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $38.00 ($79,040 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $79,040 against $78,000 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Washington rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
Washington ranks 10 of 33 states.
Which city in Washington pays railroad conductor and yardmasters the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $92,400 a year.
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.