Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary (2025)
Based on 31,670 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $34,560 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $41,430 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $51,520 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $67,590 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $83,620 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$35K
25th
$41K
Median
$52K
75th
$68K
90th
$84K
Highest Paying States for Sailors and Marine Oilers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $75,430 |
| Oregon | $70,000 |
| Washington | $67,170 |
| New Jersey | $66,900 |
| Alaska | $64,800 |
| Texas | $62,110 |
| Tennessee | $60,730 |
| Indiana | $58,970 |
| Rhode Island | $58,960 |
| South Carolina | $58,800 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Sailors and Marine Oilers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $75,430 per year, while South Carolina has an average of $58,800 — a difference of $16,630. 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 Sailors and Marine Oilers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 31,670 workers were employed as Sailors and Marine Oilerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $56,830 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-5011