Marine Engineers and Naval Architects Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $112,230 · Median hourly: $53.96 · Employment: 8,250
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,010 | $39.91 |
| 25th | $99,250 | $47.71 |
| Median | $112,230 | $53.96 |
| 75th | $137,690 | $66.20 |
| 90th | $173,330 | $83.33 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 17-2121
- Total U.S. employment: 8,250
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What the data says
At $53.96 per hour, a full-time schedule (2,080 hours per year) works out to roughly $112,237 — in line with the reported median annual wage of $112,230.
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Marine Engineers and Naval Architects Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $110,700 | $53.22 | -1.4% | 250 |
| District of Columbia | $172,330 | $82.85 | +53.6% | 490 |
| Florida | $130,640 | $62.81 | +16.4% | 370 |
| Georgia | $97,770 | $47.01 | -12.9% | 40 |
| Hawaii | $108,200 | $52.02 | -3.6% | 120 |
| Louisiana | — | — | — | 430 |
| Maine | $100,430 | $48.28 | -10.5% | 260 |
| Maryland | $130,150 | $62.57 | +16.0% | 300 |
| Massachusetts | $114,640 | $55.11 | +2.1% | 0 |
| Michigan | $76,210 | $36.64 | -32.1% | 0 |
| Mississippi | $97,060 | $46.66 | -13.5% | 70 |
| New York | $112,230 | $53.96 | 0.0% | 250 |
| South Carolina | $136,990 | $65.86 | +22.1% | 40 |
| Texas | $152,780 | $73.45 | +36.1% | 330 |
| Washington | $109,550 | $52.67 | -2.4% | 370 |
| Wisconsin | $78,850 | $37.91 | -29.7% | 80 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Related Occupations
- Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand — $40,240/yr
- Stockers and Order Fillers — $37,330/yr
- Customer Service Representatives — $44,770/yr
- Office Clerks, General — $45,010/yr
- Waiters and Waitresses — $35,230/yr
- Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners — $36,840/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for marine engineers and naval architects?
The median annual wage for marine engineers and naval architects is $112,230 ($53.96 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays marine engineers and naval architects the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many marine engineers and naval architects are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 8,250 marine engineers and naval architects employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do marine engineers and naval architects make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $53.96. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.