Locomotive Engineers Salary in Texas
Locomotive Engineers in Texas earn a median of $79,000 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $79,000
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($81,410)
- Rank among states
- 21 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 3,780
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,700; the top 10% earn over $79,310. Nationally the range is $60,680 to $109,220.
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Locomotive Engineers pay in Texas
How much do locomotive engineers make in Texas?
The median is $79,000 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,700 and the top 10% earn over $79,310. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for locomotive engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 21 of 35 (−3% vs. the national median of $81,410). Living costs are not included.