Motorboat Operators Salary (2025)
Based on 2,480 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $34,510 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $42,760 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $47,520 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $69,010 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $84,530 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$35K
25th
$43K
Median
$48K
75th
$69K
90th
$85K
Highest Paying States for Motorboat Operators
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $73,980 |
| Illinois | $70,700 |
| Washington | $67,020 |
| New York | $63,030 |
| New Jersey | $59,580 |
| Texas | $53,870 |
| California | $53,260 |
| Massachusetts | $51,740 |
| Michigan | $50,360 |
| Florida | $50,090 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Motorboat Operators salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $73,980 per year, while Florida has an average of $50,090 — a difference of $23,890. 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 Motorboat Operators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2,480 workers were employed as Motorboat Operatorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $56,270 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-5022