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Motorboat Operators Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Motorboat Operators make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
190 people work as Motorboat Operators in California
Motorboat Operators salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Motorboat Operators in California earn a median salary of $34,570 per year ($2,880/month).
This is 33.1% below the national average of $51,688.
California ranks #13 out of 13 states for Motorboat Operators pay.
Approximately 190 people work in this occupation across California.
About This Job: Motorboat Operators
Operate small motor-driven boats. May assist in navigational activities.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.88
Operations Monitoring
3.75
Speaking
3.38
Monitoring
3.38
Equipment Maintenance
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.36
English Language
4.1
Education and Training
3.91
Public Safety and Security
3.82
Transportation
3.77
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(39.7% of workers)
Salaries for Motorboat Operators in California range from $34,320 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $92,490 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,510 and $78,330.
Median $34,570
P10: $34,320P25: $34,510P75: $78,330P90: $92,490
10th
$34,320
25th
$34,510
Median
$34,570
75th
$78,330
90th
$92,490
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,320
$16.50
$2,860
25th Percentile
$34,510
$16.59
$2,875
Median (50th)
$34,570
$16.62
$2,880
75th Percentile
$78,330
$37.66
$6,527
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$92,490
$44.47
$7,707
Note: The mean (average) salary of $53,260 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Motorboat Operators make in California?
The median annual salary for Motorboat Operators in California is $34,570 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $53,260.
What is the salary range for a Motorboat Operators in California?
Salaries for Motorboat Operators in California range from $34,320 at the 10th percentile to $92,490 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $34,510 and $78,330.
What is the starting salary for a Motorboat Operators in California?
Entry-level Motorboat Operators positions in California typically start around $34,320 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $34,510 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Motorboat Operators in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 190 people are employed as Motorboat Operators in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in California is approximately $16.62 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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