Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers Salary in Colorado
Also called: Rail Yard Engineers
Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers in Colorado earn a median of $60,770 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $60,770
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($60,600)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 17
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,810; the top 10% earn over $81,670. Nationally the range is $44,540 to $100,270.
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Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers pay in Colorado
How much do rail yard engineers, dinkey operators, and hostlers make in Colorado?
The median is $60,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,810 and the top 10% earn over $81,670. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for rail yard engineers, dinkey operators, and hostlers?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 17 (0% vs. the national median of $60,600). Living costs are not included.