Locomotive Engineers Salary in Indiana
Locomotive Engineers in Indiana earn a median of $92,790 a year, +14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $92,790
- vs. U.S. median
- +14% ($81,410)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 1,030
Pay range in Indiana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,830; the top 10% earn over $129,020. Nationally the range is $60,680 to $109,220.
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- Railroad Brake, Signal, and Switch Operators and Locomotive Firers$64,530 median in Indiana
- Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders$44,310 median in Indiana
- Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers$54,420 median in Indiana
- Aircraft Service Attendants$37,390 median in Indiana
- Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters$59,110 median in Indiana
- Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners$48,380 median in Indiana
Locomotive Engineers pay in Indiana
How much do locomotive engineers make in Indiana?
The median is $92,790 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,830 and the top 10% earn over $129,020. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Indiana a good state for locomotive engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 35 (+14% vs. the national median of $81,410). Living costs are not included.