Locomotive Mechanic Salary in the United States

Locomotive Mechanic Salary

How much does a Locomotive Mechanic make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Locomotive Mechanic in the United States is $58,763. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $48,074 to a high of $71,351, with most professionals earning between $53,168 and $65,352.

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10th Percentile Locomotive Mechanic Salary $48,074 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Locomotive Mechanic Salary $53,168 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Locomotive Mechanic Salary $58,763 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Locomotive Mechanic Salary $65,352 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Locomotive Mechanic Salary $71,351 US March 01, 2025
25% $53,168 10% $48,074 90% $71,351 75% $65,352 $58,763 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Locomotive Mechanic

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Mechanical Engineering Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Locomotive Mechanic in the United States. The base salary for Locomotive Mechanic ranges from $53,168 to $65,352 with the average base salary of $58,763. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,168 to $65,352 with the average total cash compensation of $58,763.

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