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Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$87,150
Median Annual Salary
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+2.7% vs 2024
$79,670
Mean Salary
$87,150
Median Salary
$41.90
Hourly Rate
3,590 people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York earn a median salary of $87,150 per year ($7,262/month).
This is 31.0% above the national average of $66,504.
New York ranks #3 out of 39 states for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators pay.
Approximately 3,590 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 2.7% 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 New York
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York range from $58,580 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $87,420 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $70,070 and $87,150.
Median $87,150
P10: $58,580P25: $70,070P75: $87,150P90: $87,420
10th
$58,580
25th
$70,070
Median
$87,150
75th
$87,150
90th
$87,420
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$58,580
$28.16
$4,881
25th Percentile
$70,070
$33.69
$5,839
Median (50th)
$87,150
$41.90
$7,262
75th Percentile
$87,150
$41.90
$7,262
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$87,420
$42.03
$7,285
Note: The mean (average) salary of $79,670 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#3
New York ranks #3 of 39 states
$66,504
National avg. for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators
How much do Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators make in New York?
The median annual salary for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York is $87,150 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $79,670.
What is the salary range for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York?
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York range from $58,580 at the 10th percentile to $87,420 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $70,070 and $87,150.
What is the starting salary for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York?
Entry-level Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators positions in New York typically start around $58,580 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $70,070 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,590 people are employed as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in New York is approximately $41.90 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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