As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Railroad Engineer in Wyoming is $76,607, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,473 weekly, or $6,384 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 Wyoming vary widely, spanning from $66,238 to $87,862. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,180) and 75th percentile ($82,499), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,862 per year. This $11,319 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, Wyoming Railroad Engineer often earn 4.1% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 44 companies. However, Wyoming currently ranks 31 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 $66,238 WY April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $71,180 WY April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $76,607 WY April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $82,499 WY April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Railroad Engineer Salary $87,862 WY April 01, 2026
25% $71,180 10% $66,238 90% $87,862 75% $82,499 $76,607 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 Cody, WY Avg. Salary $85,593 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Riverton, WY Avg. Salary $84,389 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Sheridan, WY Avg. Salary $85,593 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Afton, WY Avg. Salary $90,865 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Aladdin, WY Avg. Salary $78,578 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Albin, WY Avg. Salary $83,823 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Alcova, WY Avg. Salary $84,389 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Alpine, WY Avg. Salary $90,865 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Alta, WY Avg. Salary $90,955 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Alva, WY Avg. Salary $78,578 Date Updated April 01, 2026
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  1. This Job:

    Railroad Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Civil Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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