SOC 53-4011 · New York · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Locomotive Engineers in New York is $94,424 per year ($45.40/hr). This is 22% higher than the national median of $77,397. The middle 50% earn between $89,552 and $102,747 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $122,845.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $35.77 | $74,402 | +22.0% |
| P25 | $43.05 | $89,552 | +22.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $45.40 | $94,424 | +22.0% |
| P75 | $49.40 | $102,747 | +22.0% |
| P90 | $59.06 | $122,845 | +22.0% |
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 New York is approximately $94,424, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 22% higher than the national median of $77,397.
Entry-level Locomotive Engineers (10th percentile) in New York earn approximately $74,402 per year. The 25th percentile is $89,552. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $122,845.
New York pays 22% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $77,397 vs $94,424 in New York. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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