Locomotive Engineers pay in Indiana
In Indiana, the median pay for locomotive engineers is $44.61 an hour ($92,790 a year). About 1,030 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($81,410). Indiana ranks 6th of 35 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for locomotive engineers in Indiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.21 | $62,830 |
| 25% of workers | $39.98 | $83,150 |
| Half of workers (median) | $44.61 | $92,790 |
| 75% of workers | $45.31 | $94,240 |
| 90% of workers | $62.03 | $129,020 |
Indiana unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for locomotive engineers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.5% over ten years, little or no change · about 2,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Indiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $60,290 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $79,580 |
| Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists | $60,610 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $81,260 |
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