Locomotive Engineers
Drive electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives to transport passengers or freight. Interpret train orders, electronic or manual signals, and railroad rules and regulations.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 270 | $55,950 | $26.90 | |
| Arkansas | 830 | $73,630 | $35.40 | |
| California | 1,940 | $76,710 | $36.88 | |
| Colorado | 390 | $69,650 | $33.49 | |
| Florida | 730 | $63,620 | $30.59 | |
| Georgia | 1,540 | $76,320 | $36.69 | |
| Idaho | 130 | $69,300 | $33.32 | |
| Indiana | 1,080 | $66,910 | $32.17 | |
| Kansas | 1,220 | $73,010 | $35.10 | |
| Kentucky | 630 | $71,690 | $34.47 | |
| Maryland | 140 | $64,290 | $30.91 | |
| Michigan | 950 | $54,940 | $26.41 | |
| Minnesota | 480 | $78,130 | $37.56 | |
| Mississippi | 710 | $54,860 | $26.38 | |
| Missouri | 1,040 | $81,340 | $39.10 | |
| Montana | 370 | $77,790 | $37.40 | |
| Nebraska | 880 | $77,810 | $37.41 | |
| New Jersey | 960 | $69,770 | $33.55 | |
| New Mexico | 350 | $76,360 | $36.71 | |
| New York | 2,420 | $71,040 | $34.15 | |
| North Carolina | 530 | $78,750 | $37.86 | |
| North Dakota | 260 | $82,140 | $39.49 | |
| Ohio | 850 | $74,640 | $35.88 | |
| Oklahoma | 380 | $68,860 | $33.11 | |
| Oregon | 460 | $69,430 | $33.38 | |
| Pennsylvania | 1,800 | $62,250 | $29.93 | |
| South Carolina | 170 | $52,770 | $25.37 | |
| Tennessee | 610 | $70,160 | $33.73 | |
| Texas | 5,470 | $76,120 | $36.60 | |
| Virginia | 660 | $75,840 | $36.46 | |
| Washington | 1,320 | $86,750 | $41.71 | |
| West Virginia | 450 | $71,900 | $34.57 | |
| Wisconsin | 700 | $75,310 | $36.21 | |
| Wyoming | 570 | $83,780 | $40.28 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the operation of railroads and other aspects of the railway industry, including railroad and railyard service. Includes instruction in railway culture, operating skills, General Code of Operation rules, conductor service, signal systems, switching, transportation of hazardous materials, safety, and railway telecommunications systems.
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
Certificate
Associate Degree
International Air and Hospitality Academy
Vancouver, WA
Certificate
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$72,940 per yearNational average salaryModerateJob growth rate
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High school diploma or equivalentTypical education requirement
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Less than 5 yearsTypical experience requirement
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Moderate-term on-the-job trainingTypical on-the-job training requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as locomotive engineers.
- Less than high school 2%
- High school graduate 38%
- College dropout 36%
- Associate’s degree 10%
- Bachelor’s degree 12%
- Master’s degree 2%
- Doctorate degree 0%
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