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Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$76,140
Median Annual Salary
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+10.3% vs 2024
$81,040
Mean Salary
$76,140
Median Salary
$36.61
Hourly Rate
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado earn a median salary of $76,140 per year ($6,345/month).
This is 14.6% above the national average of $66,441.
Colorado ranks #6 out of 24 states for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers pay.
Salaries increased by 10.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
Operate or monitor railroad track switches or locomotive instruments. May couple or uncouple rolling stock to make up or break up trains. Watch for and relay traffic signals. May inspect couplings, air hoses, journal boxes, and hand brakes. May watch for dragging equipment or obstacles on rights-of-way.
Salary Range: Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado
Salaries for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado range from $48,150 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $97,940 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $70,680 and $97,940.
Median $76,140
P10: $48,150P25: $70,680P75: $97,940P90: $97,940
10th
$48,150
25th
$70,680
Median
$76,140
75th
$97,940
90th
$97,940
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,150
$23.15
$4,012
25th Percentile
$70,680
$33.98
$5,890
Median (50th)
$76,140
$36.61
$6,345
75th Percentile
$97,940
$47.09
$8,161
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$97,940
$47.09
$8,161
Note: The mean (average) salary of $81,040 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#6
Colorado ranks #6 of 24 states
$66,441
National avg. for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers
How much do Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers make in Colorado?
The median annual salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado is $76,140 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $81,040.
What is the salary range for a Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado?
Salaries for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado range from $48,150 at the 10th percentile to $97,940 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $70,680 and $97,940.
What is the starting salary for a Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado?
Entry-level Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers positions in Colorado typically start around $48,150 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $70,680 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Colorado is approximately $36.61 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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