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Motorboat Operators Salary in Michigan
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Motorboat Operators make in Michigan?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$46,760
Median Annual Salary
$50,360
Mean Salary
$46,760
Median Salary
$22.48
Hourly Rate
Motorboat Operators salary by percentile in Michigan
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Motorboat Operators in Michigan earn a median salary of $46,760 per year ($3,896/month).
This is 9.5% below the national average of $51,688.
Michigan ranks #6 out of 13 states for Motorboat Operators pay.
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 Michigan range from $36,190 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $63,400 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,330 and $55,510.
Median $46,760
P10: $36,190P25: $45,330P75: $55,510P90: $63,400
10th
$36,190
25th
$45,330
Median
$46,760
75th
$55,510
90th
$63,400
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$36,190
$17.40
$3,015
25th Percentile
$45,330
$21.79
$3,777
Median (50th)
$46,760
$22.48
$3,896
75th Percentile
$55,510
$26.69
$4,625
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$63,400
$30.48
$5,283
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,360 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Motorboat Operators in Michigan is $46,760 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,360.
What is the salary range for a Motorboat Operators in Michigan?
Salaries for Motorboat Operators in Michigan range from $36,190 at the 10th percentile to $63,400 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,330 and $55,510.
What is the starting salary for a Motorboat Operators in Michigan?
Entry-level Motorboat Operators positions in Michigan typically start around $36,190 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,330 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in Michigan?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in Michigan is approximately $22.48 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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