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Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in Maine
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels make in Maine?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$72,770
Median Annual Salary
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+18.8% vs 2024
$74,300
Mean Salary
$72,770
Median Salary
$34.99
Hourly Rate
360 people work as Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salary by percentile in Maine
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine earn a median salary of $72,770 per year ($6,064/month).
This is 12.7% below the national average of $83,343.
Maine ranks #28 out of 38 states for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels pay.
Approximately 360 people work in this occupation across Maine.
Salaries increased by 18.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. Required to hold license issued by U.S. Coast Guard.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.62
Speaking
3.5
Monitoring
3.5
Active Listening
3.38
Critical Thinking
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.13
Public Safety and Security
3.82
Mechanical
3.43
Law and Government
3.37
English Language
3.31
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(42.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine
Salaries for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine range from $47,640 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $104,240 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $56,330 and $80,750.
Median $72,770
P10: $47,640P25: $56,330P75: $80,750P90: $104,240
10th
$47,640
25th
$56,330
Median
$72,770
75th
$80,750
90th
$104,240
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,640
$22.90
$3,970
25th Percentile
$56,330
$27.08
$4,694
Median (50th)
$72,770
$34.99
$6,064
75th Percentile
$80,750
$38.82
$6,729
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$104,240
$50.12
$8,686
Note: The mean (average) salary of $74,300 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#28
Maine ranks #28 of 38 states
$83,343
National avg. for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
How much do Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels make in Maine?
The median annual salary for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine is $72,770 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $74,300.
What is the salary range for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine?
Salaries for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine range from $47,640 at the 10th percentile to $104,240 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $56,330 and $80,750.
What is the starting salary for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine?
Entry-level Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels positions in Maine typically start around $47,640 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $56,330 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 360 people are employed as Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine.
What is the hourly rate for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Maine is approximately $34.99 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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