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Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators Salary in Wisconsin
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators make in Wisconsin?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$47,920
Median Annual Salary
▼
-32.4% vs 2024
$55,300
Mean Salary
$47,920
Median Salary
$23.04
Hourly Rate
180 people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators salary by percentile in Wisconsin
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $47,920 per year ($3,993/month).
This is 27.9% below the national average of $66,504.
Wisconsin ranks #36 out of 39 states for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators pay.
Approximately 180 people work in this occupation across Wisconsin.
Salaries decreased by 32.4% 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 Wisconsin
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin range from $47,850 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $72,820 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,850 and $72,780.
Median $47,920
P10: $47,850P25: $47,850P75: $72,780P90: $72,820
10th
$47,850
25th
$47,850
Median
$47,920
75th
$72,780
90th
$72,820
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,850
$23.00
$3,987
25th Percentile
$47,850
$23.00
$3,987
Median (50th)
$47,920
$23.04
$3,993
75th Percentile
$72,780
$34.99
$6,065
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$72,820
$35.01
$6,068
Note: The mean (average) salary of $55,300 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#36
Wisconsin ranks #36 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 Wisconsin?
The median annual salary for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin is $47,920 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $55,300.
What is the salary range for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin?
Salaries for Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin range from $47,850 at the 10th percentile to $72,820 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,850 and $72,780.
What is the starting salary for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin?
Entry-level Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators positions in Wisconsin typically start around $47,850 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,850 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 180 people are employed as Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin.
What is the hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Rail-Track Laying and Maintenance Equipment Operators in Wisconsin is approximately $23.04 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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