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Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in Ohio
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels make in Ohio?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$56,070
Median Annual Salary
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+7.8% vs 2024
$64,010
Mean Salary
$56,070
Median Salary
$26.96
Hourly Rate
420 people work as Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salary by percentile in Ohio
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio earn a median salary of $56,070 per year ($4,672/month).
This is 32.7% below the national average of $83,343.
Ohio ranks #36 out of 38 states for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels pay.
Approximately 420 people work in this occupation across Ohio.
Salaries increased by 7.8% 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 Ohio
Salaries for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio range from $37,530 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $99,090 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $38,660 and $77,790.
Median $56,070
P10: $37,530P25: $38,660P75: $77,790P90: $99,090
10th
$37,530
25th
$38,660
Median
$56,070
75th
$77,790
90th
$99,090
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,530
$18.04
$3,127
25th Percentile
$38,660
$18.59
$3,221
Median (50th)
$56,070
$26.96
$4,672
75th Percentile
$77,790
$37.40
$6,482
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$99,090
$47.64
$8,257
Note: The mean (average) salary of $64,010 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#36
Ohio ranks #36 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 Ohio?
The median annual salary for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio is $56,070 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $64,010.
What is the salary range for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio?
Salaries for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio range from $37,530 at the 10th percentile to $99,090 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $38,660 and $77,790.
What is the starting salary for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio?
Entry-level Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels positions in Ohio typically start around $37,530 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $38,660 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 420 people are employed as Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio.
What is the hourly rate for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Ohio is approximately $26.96 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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