As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Railroad Engineer in Ohio is $77,777, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,496 weekly, or $6,481 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Railroad Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Railroad Engineer in Ohio vary widely, spanning from $67,229 to $89,209. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,256) and 75th percentile ($83,761), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,209 per year. This $11,505 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Equipment Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Ohio Railroad Engineer often earn 2.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 44 companies. However, Ohio currently ranks 28 nationwide for Railroad Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Railroad Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $67,229 OH February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $72,256 OH February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $77,777 OH February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $83,761 OH February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $89,209 OH February 01, 2026
25% $72,256 10% $67,229 90% $89,209 75% $83,761 $77,777 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Railroad Engineer ?

An engineer (American and Canadian), engine driver, loco pilot, motorman, train driver (British and Commonwealth English), is a person who operates a train. The driver is in charge of, and responsible for driving the engine, as well as the mechanical operation of the train, train speed, and all train handling. For many American railroads, the following career progression is typical: assistant conductor (brakeman), conductor and finally driver. In the US, drivers are required to be certified and re-certified every two to three years. In American English a hostler moves engines around train y...

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Location Chillicothe, OH Avg. Salary $81,700 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Lakewood, OH Avg. Salary $87,140 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Portsmouth, OH Avg. Salary $80,922 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, OH Avg. Salary $80,385 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ada, OH Avg. Salary $82,801 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adamsville, OH Avg. Salary $82,989 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Addyston, OH Avg. Salary $86,908 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adelphi, OH Avg. Salary $81,485 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adena, OH Avg. Salary $83,642 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Akron, OH Avg. Salary $85,225 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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    Railroad Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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