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Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in Utah
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels make in Utah?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$50,010
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.8% vs 2024
$53,670
Mean Salary
$50,010
Median Salary
$24.04
Hourly Rate
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salary by percentile in Utah
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Utah earn a median salary of $50,010 per year ($4,167/month).
This is 40.0% below the national average of $83,343.
Utah ranks #38 out of 38 states for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels pay.
Salaries increased by 1.8% 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 Utah
Salaries for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Utah range from $38,160 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $62,880 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,890 and $52,150.
Median $50,010
P10: $38,160P25: $46,890P75: $52,150P90: $62,880
10th
$38,160
25th
$46,890
Median
$50,010
75th
$52,150
90th
$62,880
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,160
$18.35
$3,180
25th Percentile
$46,890
$22.54
$3,907
Median (50th)
$50,010
$24.04
$4,167
75th Percentile
$52,150
$25.07
$4,345
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$62,880
$30.23
$5,240
Note: The mean (average) salary of $53,670 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#38
Utah ranks #38 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 Utah?
The median annual salary for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Utah is $50,010 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $53,670.
What is the salary range for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Utah?
Salaries for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Utah range from $38,160 at the 10th percentile to $62,880 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,890 and $52,150.
What is the starting salary for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Utah?
Entry-level Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels positions in Utah typically start around $38,160 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,890 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Utah?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Utah is approximately $24.04 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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