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Job Demand for Rail Transportation Workers

In 2016, there was an estimated number of 4,600 jobs in the United States for Rail Transportation Worker. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 4.3% which is below the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 200 new jobs for Rail Transportation Worker by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 400 job openings in this field each year.

The states with the most job growth for Rail Transport Worker are Louisiana, North Carolina, and Kentucky. Watch out if you plan on working in Washington, New Mexico, or Minnesota. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Salary for a Rail Transport Worker

Rail Transportation Workers make between $32,020 and $96,310 a year.

Rail Transportation Workers who work in New Jersey, California, or Illinois, make the highest salaries.

Below is a list of the median annual salaries for Rail Transportation Workers in different U.S. states.

State	Annual Mean Salary
California	$70,000
Florida	$49,820
Illinois	$63,850
Louisiana	$37,550
Maryland	$56,190
Minnesota	$43,360
New Jersey	$72,440

Where do Rail Transportation Workers Work?

Rail Transportation Workers work in the following industries:

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