Locomotive Engineers Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • California
Locomotive Engineers in California earn a median salary of $68,215 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -11.9% vs the national median of $77,400. An estimated 40 locomotive engineers are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $63,700 to $72,730 depending on location.
$68,215
Avg median salary in California
$72,730
Highest paying metro
$63,700
Lowest paying metro
40
Employed in California
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Locomotive Engineers salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $72,730 | $72,530 | $72,730 | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | $63,700 | $50,820 | $156,850 | 40 |