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Motorboat Operators Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Motorboat Operators make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$50,270
Median Annual Salary
▼
-16.2% vs 2024
$53,870
Mean Salary
$50,270
Median Salary
$24.17
Hourly Rate
270 people work as Motorboat Operators in Texas
Motorboat Operators salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Motorboat Operators in Texas earn a median salary of $50,270 per year ($4,189/month).
This is 2.7% below the national average of $51,688.
Texas ranks #5 out of 13 states for Motorboat Operators pay.
Approximately 270 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries decreased by 16.2% 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 Texas range from $42,910 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $71,760 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $44,230 and $64,420.
Median $50,270
P10: $42,910P25: $44,230P75: $64,420P90: $71,760
10th
$42,910
25th
$44,230
Median
$50,270
75th
$64,420
90th
$71,760
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$42,910
$20.63
$3,575
25th Percentile
$44,230
$21.26
$3,685
Median (50th)
$50,270
$24.17
$4,189
75th Percentile
$64,420
$30.97
$5,368
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$71,760
$34.50
$5,980
Note: The mean (average) salary of $53,870 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Motorboat Operators in Texas is $50,270 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $53,870.
What is the salary range for a Motorboat Operators in Texas?
Salaries for Motorboat Operators in Texas range from $42,910 at the 10th percentile to $71,760 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $44,230 and $64,420.
What is the starting salary for a Motorboat Operators in Texas?
Entry-level Motorboat Operators positions in Texas typically start around $42,910 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $44,230 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Motorboat Operators in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 270 people are employed as Motorboat Operators in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Motorboat Operators in Texas is approximately $24.17 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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