Marine Engineers and Naval Architects Salary (2025)
Based on 8,250 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $83,010 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $99,250 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $112,230 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $137,690 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $173,330 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$83K
25th
$99K
Median
$112K
75th
$138K
90th
$173K
Highest Paying States for Marine Engineers and Naval Architects
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $156,300 |
| Texas | $153,350 |
| Maryland | $136,260 |
| Florida | $133,820 |
| Massachusetts | $128,580 |
| South Carolina | $125,430 |
| New York | $122,230 |
| California | $118,380 |
| Washington | $114,400 |
| Hawaii | $108,120 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Marine Engineers and Naval Architects salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $156,300 per year, while Hawaii has an average of $108,120 — a difference of $48,180. 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 Marine Engineers and Naval Architects
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 8,250 workers were employed as Marine Engineers and Naval Architectss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $124,180 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-2121