SOC 53-4011 · San Francisco-Oakland, CA · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Locomotive Engineers in San Francisco-Oakland is $109,903 per year ($52.84/hr). This is 42% higher than the national median of $77,397. The middle 50% earn between $104,233 and $119,591 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $142,984.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $41.63 | $86,600 | +42.0% |
| P25 | $50.11 | $104,233 | +42.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $52.84 | $109,903 | +42.0% |
| P75 | $57.50 | $119,591 | +42.0% |
| P90 | $68.74 | $142,984 | +42.0% |
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 San Francisco-Oakland is approximately $109,903, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 42% higher than the national median of $77,397.
Entry-level Locomotive Engineers (10th percentile) in San Francisco-Oakland earn approximately $86,600 per year. The 25th percentile is $104,233. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $142,984.
San Francisco-Oakland pays 42% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $77,397 vs $109,903 in San Francisco-Oakland. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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