Commercial Divers Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $35.09
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $20.83 |
| 25th | $26.35 |
| Median | $35.09 |
| 75th | $48.82 |
| 90th | $75.86 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do commercial divers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $35.09; the mean hourly wage is $42.46.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for commercial divers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $20.83 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for commercial divers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $75.86 per hour.