SOC 53-4099 · New York-Newark, NY-NJ · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Rail Transportation Workers, All Other in New York-Newark is $66,606 per year ($32.02/hr). This is 35% higher than the national median of $49,338. The middle 50% earn between $54,616 and $87,357 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $111,534.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $22.52 | $46,837 | +35.0% |
| P25 | $26.26 | $54,616 | +35.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $32.02 | $66,606 | +35.0% |
| P75 | $42.00 | $87,357 | +35.0% |
| P90 | $53.62 | $111,534 | +35.0% |
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 Rail Transportation Workers, All Other in New York-Newark is approximately $66,606, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 35% higher than the national median of $49,338.
Entry-level Rail Transportation Workers, All Other (10th percentile) in New York-Newark earn approximately $46,837 per year. The 25th percentile is $54,616. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $111,534.
New York-Newark pays 35% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $49,338 vs $66,606 in New York-Newark. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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