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Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$94,330
Median Annual Salary
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+13.9% vs 2024
$84,610
Mean Salary
$94,330
Median Salary
$45.35
Hourly Rate
570 people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $94,330 per year ($7,860/month).
This is 41.8% above the national average of $66,504.
Massachusetts ranks #1 out of 39 states for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators pay.
Approximately 570 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 13.9% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators
Lay, repair, and maintain track for standard or narrow-gauge railroad equipment used in regular railroad service or in plant yards, quarries, sand and gravel pits, and mines. Includes ballast cleaning machine operators and railroad bed tamping machine operators.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.75
Operation and Control
3.75
Equipment Maintenance
3.25
Troubleshooting
3.25
Critical Thinking
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
3.66
Mechanical
3.65
Building and Construction
3.51
Public Safety and Security
3.25
Administration and Management
3.04
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(90.2% of workers)
Salary Range: Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts range from $61,570 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $101,350 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $68,180 and $101,350.
How much do Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts is $94,330 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $84,610.
What is the salary range for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts range from $61,570 at the 10th percentile to $101,350 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $68,180 and $101,350.
What is the starting salary for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators positions in Massachusetts typically start around $61,570 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $68,180 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 570 people are employed as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Massachusetts is approximately $45.35 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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