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Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$80,000
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.5% vs 2024
$86,720
Mean Salary
$80,000
Median Salary
$38.46
Hourly Rate
6,980 people work as Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York earn a median salary of $80,000 per year ($6,666/month).
This is 9.4% above the national average of $73,115.
New York ranks #6 out of 33 states for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters pay.
Approximately 6,980 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 2.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters
Coordinate activities of switch-engine crew within railroad yard, industrial plant, or similar location. Conductors coordinate activities of train crew on passenger or freight trains. Yardmasters review train schedules and switching orders and coordinate activities of workers engaged in railroad traffic operations, such as the makeup or breakup of trains and yard switching.
Top Skills
Speaking
3.75
Monitoring
3.75
Coordination
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.62
Active Listening
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
3.98
Transportation
3.95
English Language
3.46
Education and Training
3.11
Law and Government
3.01
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(85.6% of workers)
Salary Range: Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York
Salaries for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York range from $65,610 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $109,770 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $78,970 and $105,210.
How much do Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters make in New York?
The median annual salary for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York is $80,000 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $86,720.
What is the salary range for a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York?
Salaries for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York range from $65,610 at the 10th percentile to $109,770 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $78,970 and $105,210.
What is the starting salary for a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York?
Entry-level Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters positions in New York typically start around $65,610 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $78,970 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 6,980 people are employed as Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in New York is approximately $38.46 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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