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Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators Salary in Oregon
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators make in Oregon?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$50,930
Median Annual Salary
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-15.7% vs 2024
$58,610
Mean Salary
$50,930
Median Salary
$24.49
Hourly Rate
190 people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators salary by percentile in Oregon
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon earn a median salary of $50,930 per year ($4,244/month).
This is 23.4% below the national average of $66,504.
Oregon ranks #33 out of 39 states for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators pay.
Approximately 190 people work in this occupation across Oregon.
Salaries decreased by 15.7% 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 Oregon
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon range from $41,430 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $85,080 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,950 and $72,020.
Median $50,930
P10: $41,430P25: $46,950P75: $72,020P90: $85,080
10th
$41,430
25th
$46,950
Median
$50,930
75th
$72,020
90th
$85,080
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$41,430
$19.92
$3,452
25th Percentile
$46,950
$22.57
$3,912
Median (50th)
$50,930
$24.49
$4,244
75th Percentile
$72,020
$34.62
$6,001
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$85,080
$40.90
$7,090
Note: The mean (average) salary of $58,610 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#33
Oregon ranks #33 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 Oregon?
The median annual salary for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon is $50,930 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $58,610.
What is the salary range for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon?
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon range from $41,430 at the 10th percentile to $85,080 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,950 and $72,020.
What is the starting salary for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon?
Entry-level Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators positions in Oregon typically start around $41,430 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,950 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 190 people are employed as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon.
What is the hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Oregon is approximately $24.49 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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