What are the main factors that influence a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters's salary?

A Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters's salary grows with experience: a Transportation Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $52,643, a Transportation Clerk IV (5-7 years)earns $61,726, a Transportation Supervisor (7+ years)earns $71,376, a Transportation Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $83,928,

What are the highest paying states for a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters?

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters roles are District of Columbia $61,686, California $61,452, Massachusetts $60,633. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters roles make?

Salaries for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters level roles vary by specialization: Railroad Engineer: $79,893; Railroad Conductor: $74,460; Railroad Manager: $68,393; Railroad Operations: $63,793; Railroad Supervisor: $56,964.

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary in Utah

How much does a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters make in Utah?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters in Utah is $53,351 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,192
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,313 to $64,784
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,173

10% $34,173

50% (Median) $53,351

90% $75,192

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,784	$5,399	$1,246	$31
Average	$53,351	$4,446	$1,026	$26
25th Percentile	$43,313	$3,609	$833	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salaries

A Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Transportation Clerk III (3-5 years): $52,643
Transportation Clerk IV (5-7 years): $61,726
Transportation Supervisor (7+ years): $71,376
Transportation Senior Supervisor (7+ years): $83,928

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Transportation Clerk III	3-5 years	$52,643
Transportation Clerk IV	5-7 years	$61,726
Transportation Supervisor	7+ years	$71,376
Transportation Senior Supervisor	7+ years	$83,928

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How Do Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,686.
California: $61,452.
Massachusetts: $60,633.

District of Columbia $61,686 California $61,452 Massachusetts $60,633 Washington $60,410 New Jersey $60,388 Alaska $60,310 Connecticut $59,541 New York $59,229

Hawaii $58,232 Rhode Island $57,764 Maryland $57,446 Minnesota $57,012 Colorado $56,844 Illinois $56,789 Oregon $56,577 Delaware $56,421

New Hampshire $56,323 Virginia $56,103 Pennsylvania $55,463 Nevada $55,140 North Dakota $55,034 Michigan $54,867 Wisconsin $54,805 Vermont $54,683

Texas $54,343 Maine $54,321 Arizona $54,287 Ohio $54,248 Georgia $53,736 Indiana $53,479 Wyoming $53,429 Utah $53,351

Iowa $53,318 Kansas $53,050 Louisiana $52,972 North Carolina $52,944 Missouri $52,933 Florida $52,716 Montana $52,599 Nebraska $52,488

Kentucky $52,426 South Carolina $52,203 Tennessee $52,064 Idaho $52,008 New Mexico $51,602 Oklahoma $51,513 Alabama $51,184 South Dakota $50,632

Arkansas $50,331 West Virginia $50,170 Mississippi $49,685

Top Paying Cities for Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Tremonton: $52,934
Fielding: $52,963
Garland: $52,991

Tremonton, UT $52,934 Fielding, UT $52,963 Garland, UT $52,991 Grouse Creek, UT $52,811 Honeyville, UT $52,825 Hooper, UT $52,407 Howell, UT $52,854 Huntsville, UT $52,878

Hyde Park, UT $53,061 Hyrum, UT $52,905 Lewiston, UT $52,935 Logan, UT $52,998 Mantua, UT $52,593 Mendon, UT $52,934 Millville, UT $52,895 Newton, UT $52,959

Paradise, UT $52,711 Park Valley, UT $52,733 Plymouth, UT $52,891 Portage, UT $52,799 Providence, UT $52,932 Richmond, UT $52,994 Riverside, UT $53,003 Smithfield, UT $53,009

Snowville, UT $52,789 Trenton, UT $52,952 Wellsville, UT $52,795 Willard, UT $52,494 Price, UT $52,777 Aneth, UT $52,810 Blanding, UT $52,897 Bluff, UT $52,712

Castle Dale, UT $52,733 Cisco, UT $52,788 Clawson, UT $52,620 Cleveland, UT $52,684 East Carbon, UT $52,832 Elmo, UT $52,693 Emery, UT $52,518 Ferron, UT $52,608

Green River, UT $52,590 Helper, UT $52,700 Huntington, UT $52,670 Kenilworth, UT $52,683 La Sal, UT $52,820 Mexican Hat, UT $52,615 Moab, UT $52,921 Lake Powell, UT $52,451

Montezuma Creek, UT $52,810 Monticello, UT $52,848 Monument Valley, UT $52,645 Orangeville, UT $52,652 Sunnyside, UT $52,772 Thompson, UT $52,725 Wellington, UT $52,845 Provo, UT $51,969

Aurora, UT $52,702 Axtell, UT $52,673 Centerfield, UT $52,731 Chester, UT $52,655 Delta, UT $52,794 Elberta, UT $52,475 Ephraim, UT $52,760 Eureka, UT $52,636

Fairview, UT $52,547 Fayette, UT $52,649 Fillmore, UT $52,725 Fountain Green, UT $52,622 Goshen, UT $52,384 Gunnison, UT $52,730 Hinckley, UT $52,811 Holden, UT $52,702

Kanosh, UT $52,646 Leamington, UT $52,706 Levan, UT $52,607 Lynndyl, UT $52,683 Manti, UT $52,698 Mayfield, UT $52,650 Meadow, UT $52,657 Mona, UT $52,451

Moroni, UT $52,665 Mount Pleasant, UT $52,678 Nephi, UT $52,643 Oak City, UT $52,709 Payson, UT $52,320 Redmond, UT $52,710 Salem, UT $52,149 Salina, UT $52,590

Santaquin, UT $52,330 Scipio, UT $52,792 Sigurd, UT $52,645 Spanish Fork, UT $52,387 Spring City, UT $52,663 Springville, UT $52,156 Mapleton, UT $52,069 Sterling, UT $52,685

Wales, UT $52,650 Richfield, UT $52,642 Alton, UT $52,620 Annabella, UT $52,744 Antimony, UT $52,528 Beaver, UT $52,708 Beryl, UT $52,705 Bicknell, UT $52,583

Boulder, UT $52,515 Bryce Canyon, UT $52,727 Cannonville, UT $52,666 Brian Head, UT $52,636 Cedar City, UT $52,803 Central, UT $52,718 Circleville, UT $52,700 Elsinore, UT $52,776

Enterprise, UT $52,761 Escalante, UT $52,568 Garrison, UT $52,860 Glendale, UT $52,659 Glenwood, UT $52,681 Greenville, UT $52,615 Greenwich, UT $52,584 Gunlock, UT $52,678

Hanksville, UT $52,452 Hatch, UT $52,606 Henrieville, UT $52,566 Hurricane, UT $52,818 Ivins, UT $52,864 Joseph, UT $52,656 Junction, UT $52,602 Kanab, UT $52,656

Kanarraville, UT $52,714 Kingston, UT $52,669 Koosharem, UT $52,553 La Verkin, UT $52,913 Leeds, UT $52,803 Loa, UT $52,589 Lyman, UT $52,498 Marysvale, UT $52,581

Milford, UT $52,672 Minersville, UT $52,718 Modena, UT $52,592 Monroe, UT $52,695 Mount Carmel, UT $52,616 Newcastle, UT $52,715 New Harmony, UT $52,769 Orderville, UT $52,669

Panguitch, UT $52,628 Paragonah, UT $52,625 Parowan, UT $52,735 Duck Creek Village, UT $52,635 Rockville, UT $52,739 Bryce, UT $52,577 Santa Clara, UT $52,917 Sevier, UT $52,566

Springdale, UT $52,663 Saint George, UT $52,912 Summit, UT $52,805 Teasdale, UT $52,534 Toquerville, UT $52,808 Torrey, UT $52,455 Tropic, UT $52,723 Virgin, UT $52,669

Washington, UT $52,893 Pine Valley, UT $52,686 Veyo, UT $52,800 Dammeron Valley, UT $52,780 Hildale, UT $52,858 Altamont, UT $52,902 Altonah, UT $52,847 American Fork, UT $53,382

Alpine, UT $53,536 Eagle Mountain, UT $52,705 Draper, UT $53,741 Bingham Canyon, UT $54,150 Duchesne, UT $52,785 Ogden, UT $52,337 Bear River City, UT $52,781 Brigham City, UT $52,725

Cache Junction, UT $52,866 Clarkston, UT $52,892 Collinston, UT $52,988 Corinne, UT $52,938 Cornish, UT $52,875 Deweyville, UT $52,910 Eden, UT $52,458 Bluebell, UT $52,886

Bonanza, UT $52,866 South Jordan, UT $54,128 Bountiful, UT $54,464 Cedar Valley, UT $52,863 Centerville, UT $54,211 Clearfield, UT $52,484 Coalville, UT $53,673 Croydon, UT $53,283

Dugway, UT $53,098 Dutch John, UT $52,888 Echo, UT $53,727 Farmington, UT $53,890 Fort Duchesne, UT $52,871 Fruitland, UT $52,741 Garden City, UT $52,873 Grantsville, UT $53,148

Hanna, UT $52,868 Heber City, UT $53,235 Henefer, UT $53,826 Ibapah, UT $52,910 Jensen, UT $52,842 Kamas, UT $53,667 Kaysville, UT $53,338 Laketown, UT $52,844

Lapoint, UT $52,854 Layton, UT $52,802 Lindon, UT $52,122 Lehi, UT $52,930 Magna, UT $54,345 Saratoga Springs, UT $52,368 Manila, UT $52,959 Midvale, UT $54,436

Midway, UT $54,178 Morgan, UT $53,679 Mountain Home, UT $52,849 Myton, UT $52,816 Neola, UT $52,893 North Salt Lake, UT $54,501 Oakley, UT $53,919 Hill Afb, UT $52,459

Orem, UT $52,015 Park City, UT $54,633 Peoa, UT $54,277 Pleasant Grove, UT $52,398 Randlett, UT $52,797 Randolph, UT $52,910 Riverton, UT $53,777 Roosevelt, UT $52,915

Roy, UT $52,358 Rush Valley, UT $53,193 Sandy, UT $54,290 Stockton, UT $53,262 Tabiona, UT $52,816 Talmage, UT $52,842 Tooele, UT $53,829 Syracuse, UT $52,869

Tridell, UT $52,915 Vernal, UT $52,903 Vernon, UT $52,733 West Jordan, UT $54,290 Wallsburg, UT $52,890 Wendover, UT $53,030 Whiterocks, UT $52,827 Woodruff, UT $52,896

Woods Cross, UT $54,410 Herriman, UT $53,747 Salt Lake City, UT $54,521

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $53,351. While startup companies pay approximate $53,351.

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$53,351
Growth Stage	51~500	$53,351
Established	501~5000	$53,351
Enterprise	5000+	$53,351

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$43,313

Average $53,351/year

$64,784

$3,609

Average $4,446/month

$5,399

$833

Average $1,026/week

$1,246

$21

Average $26/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,784	$5,399	$1,246	$31
Average	$53,351	$4,446	$1,026	$26
25th Percentile	$43,313	$3,609	$833	$21

Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters Salary Growth & Career Path

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