Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers
Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers *
U S |
$24.13 | $28.19 | $33.34 |
---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$32.38 | $32.51 | $44.46 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$32.51 | $33.64 | $44.53 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 160 workers employed in this very small career.
Where do Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers most often work?
Current Demand
No data available.
Future Demand
This career is shrinking.
There will be a need for about 91 new Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers to meet market demand between 2020-2030. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth.