SOC 53-4011 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Locomotive Engineers in Massachusetts is $92,102 per year ($44.28/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $77,397. The middle 50% earn between $87,350 and $100,221 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $119,824.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $34.89 | $72,573 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $42.00 | $87,350 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $44.28 | $92,102 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $48.18 | $100,221 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $57.61 | $119,824 | +19.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Locomotive Engineers in Massachusetts is approximately $92,102, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $77,397.
Entry-level Locomotive Engineers (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $72,573 per year. The 25th percentile is $87,350. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $119,824.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $77,397 vs $92,102 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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