Rail Car Repairers Salary in Northwest Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,030 -8.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.86
10th percentile $39,760
90th percentile $66,290
Employed locally 90
National median $65,680

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,760
    25th
    $47,580
    50th (median)
    $60,030
    75th
    $62,730
    90th
    $66,290

    Top-paying metros for Rail Car Repairers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts $97,660
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $90,050
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $85,380
    Oregon $85,380
    New York $85,160
    Maryland $84,840

    Related occupations in Northwest Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$45,870
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$45,060
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$72,950
    Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers$86,180
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians$50,320
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$50,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rail Car Repairers make per hour in Northwest Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Rail Car Repairers in Northwest Nebraska is $28.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.97 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Nebraska above or below average for Rail Car Repairers salaries?

    The median Rail Car Repairers salary in Northwest Nebraska is 8.6% below the national median of $65,680. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Rail Car Repairers in Northwest Nebraska?

    Entry-level Rail Car Repairers (10th percentile) earn around $39,760 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,580.