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Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$55,180
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.4% vs 2024
$55,750
Mean Salary
$55,180
Median Salary
$26.53
Hourly Rate
1,680 people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in California
Sailors and Marine Oilers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Sailors and Marine Oilers in California earn a median salary of $55,180 per year ($4,598/month).
This is 5.9% above the national average of $52,129.
California ranks #12 out of 34 states for Sailors and Marine Oilers pay.
Approximately 1,680 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 0.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Sailors and Marine Oilers
Stand watch to look for obstructions in path of vessel, measure water depth, turn wheel on bridge, or use emergency equipment as directed by captain, mate, or pilot. Break out, rig, overhaul, and store cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear. Perform a variety of maintenance tasks to preserve the painted surface of the ship and to maintain line and ship equipment. Must hold government-issued certification and tankerman certification when working aboard liquid-carrying vessels. Includes able seamen and ordinary seamen.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.88
Operation and Control
3.62
Monitoring
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Public Safety and Security
3.24
Transportation
3.06
Mechanical
3.0
Education and Training
2.95
Administration and Management
2.94
Typical Education: Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
(0.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Sailors and Marine Oilers in California
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in California range from $37,210 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $79,290 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $43,540 and $68,780.
Median $55,180
P10: $37,210P25: $43,540P75: $68,780P90: $79,290
10th
$37,210
25th
$43,540
Median
$55,180
75th
$68,780
90th
$79,290
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,210
$17.89
$3,100
25th Percentile
$43,540
$20.93
$3,628
Median (50th)
$55,180
$26.53
$4,598
75th Percentile
$68,780
$33.07
$5,731
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$79,290
$38.12
$6,607
Note: The mean (average) salary of $55,750 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in California?
The median annual salary for Sailors and Marine Oilers in California is $55,180 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $55,750.
What is the salary range for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in California?
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in California range from $37,210 at the 10th percentile to $79,290 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $43,540 and $68,780.
What is the starting salary for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in California?
Entry-level Sailors and Marine Oilers positions in California typically start around $37,210 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $43,540 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,680 people are employed as Sailors and Marine Oilers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in California is approximately $26.53 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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