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Motorboat Operators Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Motorboat Operators make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$68,380
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.8% vs 2024
$70,700
Mean Salary
$68,380
Median Salary
$32.88
Hourly Rate
40 people work as Motorboat Operators in Illinois
Motorboat Operators salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Motorboat Operators in Illinois earn a median salary of $68,380 per year ($5,698/month).
This is 32.3% above the national average of $51,688.
Illinois ranks #2 out of 13 states for Motorboat Operators pay.
Approximately 40 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 1.8% compared to 2024.
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 Illinois range from $45,640 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $94,140 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $68,380 and $75,190.
Median $68,380
P10: $45,640P25: $68,380P75: $75,190P90: $94,140
10th
$45,640
25th
$68,380
Median
$68,380
75th
$75,190
90th
$94,140
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,640
$21.94
$3,803
25th Percentile
$68,380
$32.88
$5,698
Median (50th)
$68,380
$32.88
$5,698
75th Percentile
$75,190
$36.15
$6,265
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$94,140
$45.26
$7,845
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,700 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Motorboat Operators in Illinois is $68,380 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,700.
What is the salary range for a Motorboat Operators in Illinois?
Salaries for Motorboat Operators in Illinois range from $45,640 at the 10th percentile to $94,140 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $68,380 and $75,190.
What is the starting salary for a Motorboat Operators in Illinois?
Entry-level Motorboat Operators positions in Illinois typically start around $45,640 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $68,380 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Motorboat Operators in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 40 people are employed as Motorboat Operators in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in Illinois is approximately $32.88 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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