Motorboat Operators Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for motorboat operators in the United States was $47,520 ($22.85 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,510 | $16.59 |
| 25th | $42,760 | $20.56 |
| Median | $47,520 | $22.85 |
| 75th | $69,010 | $33.18 |
| 90th | $84,530 | $40.64 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 53-5022
- Total U.S. employment: 2,480
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
The numbers in context
For career planning: entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $34,510, median pay is $47,520, and experienced pay (90th percentile) reaches $84,530.
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Motorboat Operators 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 | $34,570 | $16.62 | -27.3% | 190 |
| Connecticut | $45,970 | $22.10 | -3.3% | 0 |
| Florida | $46,620 | $22.41 | -1.9% | 170 |
| Hawaii | $76,250 | $36.66 | +60.5% | 330 |
| Illinois | $68,380 | $32.88 | +43.9% | 40 |
| Louisiana | $45,800 | $22.02 | -3.6% | 160 |
| Massachusetts | $45,160 | $21.71 | -5.0% | 0 |
| Michigan | $46,760 | $22.48 | -1.6% | 0 |
| New Jersey | $44,150 | $21.23 | -7.1% | 40 |
| New York | $62,000 | $29.81 | +30.5% | 0 |
| Tennessee | $42,360 | $20.37 | -10.9% | 60 |
| Texas | $50,270 | $24.17 | +5.8% | 270 |
| Washington | $63,650 | $30.60 | +33.9% | 80 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Related Occupations
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products — $72,080/yr
- First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers — $44,080/yr
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers — $48,520/yr
- Construction Laborers — $47,120/yr
- Business Operations Specialists, All Other — $83,050/yr
- Project Management Specialists — $102,320/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for motorboat operators?
The median annual wage for motorboat operators is $47,520 ($22.85 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays motorboat operators 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 motorboat operators are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 2,480 motorboat operators employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do motorboat operators make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $22.85. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.