Locomotive Engineers Salary in Washington
Locomotive Engineers in Washington earn a median of $73,750 a year, −9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $73,750
- vs. U.S. median
- −9% ($81,410)
- Rank among states
- 29 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 1,120
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,610; the top 10% earn over $91,140. Nationally the range is $60,680 to $109,220.
States ranked near Washington
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Locomotive Engineers pay in Washington
How much do locomotive engineers make in Washington?
The median is $73,750 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,610 and the top 10% earn over $91,140. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for locomotive engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 29 of 35 (−9% vs. the national median of $81,410). Living costs are not included.