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Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators Salary in Ohio
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators make in Ohio?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$47,980
Median Annual Salary
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+1.7% vs 2024
$52,280
Mean Salary
$47,980
Median Salary
$23.07
Hourly Rate
1,130 people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators salary by percentile in Ohio
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio earn a median salary of $47,980 per year ($3,998/month).
This is 27.9% below the national average of $66,504.
Ohio ranks #35 out of 39 states for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators pay.
Approximately 1,130 people work in this occupation across Ohio.
Salaries increased by 1.7% 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 Ohio
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio range from $45,180 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $68,970 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,920 and $51,780.
Median $47,980
P10: $45,180P25: $47,920P75: $51,780P90: $68,970
10th
$45,180
25th
$47,920
Median
$47,980
75th
$51,780
90th
$68,970
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,180
$21.72
$3,765
25th Percentile
$47,920
$23.04
$3,993
Median (50th)
$47,980
$23.07
$3,998
75th Percentile
$51,780
$24.89
$4,315
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$68,970
$33.16
$5,747
Note: The mean (average) salary of $52,280 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#35
Ohio ranks #35 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 Ohio?
The median annual salary for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio is $47,980 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $52,280.
What is the salary range for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio?
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio range from $45,180 at the 10th percentile to $68,970 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,920 and $51,780.
What is the starting salary for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio?
Entry-level Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators positions in Ohio typically start around $45,180 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,920 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,130 people are employed as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio.
What is the hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Ohio is approximately $23.07 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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