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Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$71,580
Median Annual Salary
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+2.5% vs 2024
$61,300
Mean Salary
$71,580
Median Salary
$34.41
Hourly Rate
1,650 people work as Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas earn a median salary of $71,580 per year ($5,965/month).
This is 7.7% above the national average of $66,441.
Texas ranks #10 out of 24 states for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers pay.
Approximately 1,650 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 2.5% 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 Texas
Salaries for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas range from $39,570 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $71,860 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,810 and $71,860.
Median $71,580
P10: $39,570P25: $46,810P75: $71,860P90: $71,860
10th
$39,570
25th
$46,810
Median
$71,580
75th
$71,860
90th
$71,860
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$39,570
$19.02
$3,297
25th Percentile
$46,810
$22.50
$3,900
Median (50th)
$71,580
$34.41
$5,965
75th Percentile
$71,860
$34.55
$5,988
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$71,860
$34.55
$5,988
Note: The mean (average) salary of $61,300 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#10
Texas ranks #10 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 Texas?
The median annual salary for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas is $71,580 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $61,300.
What is the salary range for a Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas?
Salaries for Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas range from $39,570 at the 10th percentile to $71,860 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,810 and $71,860.
What is the starting salary for a Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas?
Entry-level Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers positions in Texas typically start around $39,570 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,810 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,650 people are employed as Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Texas?
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 Texas is approximately $34.41 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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