Railroad Conductor Salary in New Orleans, LA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$62,414
Hourly Rate
$30.01
/hour
Jobs in Area
43
employed
Railroad Conductor Salary Range in New Orleans, LA
Annual Salary Range
$40k
10th percentile
$53k
25th
$75k
75th
$87k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $40,219 | $19.34 |
| 25th Percentile | $52,615 | $25.30 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $62,414 | $30.01 |
| 75th Percentile | $75,444 | $36.27 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $87,239 | $41.94 |
| Average (Mean) | $67,849 | $32.62 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Railroad Conductor salary in New Orleans, LA is $62,414 per year or $30.01 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the New Orleans-Metairie Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How New Orleans, LA Compares
vs National Average
$69,820
vs Louisiana Average
$65,321
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$65,423
Cost of living in New Orleans, LA is 4.6% below the national average.
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