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Motorboat Operators Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Motorboat Operators make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62,000
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.4% vs 2024
$63,030
Mean Salary
$62,000
Median Salary
$29.81
Hourly Rate
Motorboat Operators salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Motorboat Operators in New York earn a median salary of $62,000 per year ($5,166/month).
This is 20.0% above the national average of $51,688.
New York ranks #4 out of 13 states for Motorboat Operators pay.
Salaries increased by 1.4% 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 New York range from $50,840 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $80,660 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $53,320 and $73,060.
Median $62,000
P10: $50,840P25: $53,320P75: $73,060P90: $80,660
10th
$50,840
25th
$53,320
Median
$62,000
75th
$73,060
90th
$80,660
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$50,840
$24.44
$4,236
25th Percentile
$53,320
$25.63
$4,443
Median (50th)
$62,000
$29.81
$5,166
75th Percentile
$73,060
$35.12
$6,088
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$80,660
$38.78
$6,721
Note: The mean (average) salary of $63,030 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Motorboat Operators in New York is $62,000 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $63,030.
What is the salary range for a Motorboat Operators in New York?
Salaries for Motorboat Operators in New York range from $50,840 at the 10th percentile to $80,660 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $53,320 and $73,060.
What is the starting salary for a Motorboat Operators in New York?
Entry-level Motorboat Operators positions in New York typically start around $50,840 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $53,320 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in New York is approximately $29.81 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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