Highest-paying states for rail yard engineers, dinkey operators, and hostlers
West Virginia leads at $91,380 a year. Pay is not adjusted for local prices; see each page for the cost-of-living view.
| Place | Median | 25th–75th |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | $91,380 | $63,510–$91,380 |
| Florida | $80,360 | $80,360–$80,580 |
| New Jersey | $71,030 | $53,890–$102,220 |
| California | $67,160 | $67,130–$67,160 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,380 | $39,350–$65,420 |
| Oklahoma | $63,400 | $39,890–$80,360 |
| Kentucky | $62,070 | $51,410–$100,760 |
| Indiana | $54,420 | $42,790–$68,160 |
| Tennessee | $54,060 | $51,340–$78,950 |
| Texas | $53,130 | $48,630–$101,310 |
| Nevada | $48,970 | $45,960–$48,980 |
| Alabama | $48,900 | $38,270–$75,220 |
| Arkansas | $38,980 | $37,560–$48,800 |
Data period: BLS OEWS May 2025.