Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Occupation
$85,540
National Median Salary
$41.13
Median Hourly Wage
35,390
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+18.2%
10 Year Change
$72,340
2014 Median
$85,540
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4241, 4247, and 4249 only) | $156,000 | 310 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods | $156,000 | 310 |
| Support Activities for Mining | $136,720 | 520 |
| Construction of Buildings | $114,560 | 40 |
| Real Estate | $110,440 | — |
Top Paying States for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $112,670 | 530 |
| Texas | $105,790 | 4,090 |
| Washington | $104,560 | 1,600 |
| New York | $103,510 | 2,080 |
| Louisiana | $103,430 | 6,310 |
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Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4241, 4247, and 4249 only)
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