How much does a railroad conductor and yardmaster make in West Virginia?
$55,180a year
Median yearly pay for railroad conductor and yardmasters in West Virginia. That is $26.53 an hour or $4,598 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.53
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,570Median: $55,180Highest 10%: $99,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,570 | $22.39 | |
| 25th | $55,160 | $26.52 | |
| Median | $55,180 | $26.53 | |
| 75th | $76,820 | $36.93 | |
| 90th | $99,330 | $47.75 |
Cities in West 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.
| 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 West Virginia?
The median hourly pay in West Virginia is $26.53 ($55,180 a year).
Do railroad conductor and yardmasters make more in West Virginia than the national average?
No: $55,180 against $78,000 nationally, 29% less.
Where does West Virginia rank for railroad conductor and yardmaster pay?
West Virginia ranks 32 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.