Commercial Divers Salary (2025)
Based on 3,450 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $43,330 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $54,810 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $72,990 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $101,550 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $157,790 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$43K
25th
$55K
Median
$73K
75th
$102K
90th
$158K
Highest Paying States for Commercial Divers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $185,300 |
| New York | $130,790 |
| Rhode Island | $117,430 |
| California | $98,740 |
| Hawaii | $89,180 |
| New Jersey | $89,120 |
| Vermont | $88,000 |
| Indiana | $84,410 |
| Arizona | $83,990 |
| Virginia | $67,250 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Commercial Divers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $185,300 per year, while Virginia has an average of $67,250 — a difference of $118,050. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Commercial Divers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3,450 workers were employed as Commercial Diverss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations. The annual mean wage of $88,320 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 49-9092