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Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,090
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.6% vs 2024
$53,130
Mean Salary
$49,090
Median Salary
$23.60
Hourly Rate
420 people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois
Sailors and Marine Oilers salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois earn a median salary of $49,090 per year ($4,090/month).
This is 5.8% below the national average of $52,129.
Illinois ranks #20 out of 34 states for Sailors and Marine Oilers pay.
Approximately 420 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 1.6% 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 Illinois
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois range from $37,450 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $85,870 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $38,260 and $56,140.
Median $49,090
P10: $37,450P25: $38,260P75: $56,140P90: $85,870
10th
$37,450
25th
$38,260
Median
$49,090
75th
$56,140
90th
$85,870
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,450
$18.00
$3,120
25th Percentile
$38,260
$18.39
$3,188
Median (50th)
$49,090
$23.60
$4,090
75th Percentile
$56,140
$26.99
$4,678
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$85,870
$41.28
$7,155
Note: The mean (average) salary of $53,130 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois is $49,090 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $53,130.
What is the salary range for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois?
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois range from $37,450 at the 10th percentile to $85,870 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $38,260 and $56,140.
What is the starting salary for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois?
Entry-level Sailors and Marine Oilers positions in Illinois typically start around $37,450 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $38,260 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 420 people are employed as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Illinois is approximately $23.60 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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