Locomotive Engineers Salary (2025)
Based on 33,470 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $60,680 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $75,190 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $81,410 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $93,260 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $109,220 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$61K
25th
$75K
Median
$81K
75th
$93K
90th
$109K
Highest Paying States for Locomotive Engineers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Mississippi | $125,980 |
| Massachusetts | $118,340 |
| Illinois | $102,480 |
| New York | $98,720 |
| Montana | $95,640 |
| Florida | $93,850 |
| Oklahoma | $93,560 |
| Colorado | $92,960 |
| Arizona | $91,490 |
| Indiana | $90,740 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Locomotive Engineers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Mississippi at an average of $125,980 per year, while Indiana has an average of $90,740 — a difference of $35,240. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Locomotive Engineers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 33,470 workers were employed as Locomotive Engineerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $85,900 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-4011