Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • Illinois
Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers in Illinois earn a median salary of $57,390 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, -12.4% vs the national median of $65,480. An estimated 600 railroad brake, signal, and switch operators and locomotive firers are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $57,390 to $57,390 depending on location.
$57,390
Avg median salary in Illinois
$57,390
Highest paying metro
$57,390
Lowest paying metro
600
Employed in Illinois
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Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $57,390 | $47,540 | $85,040 | 600 |