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Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$44,070
Median Annual Salary
▲
+16.4% vs 2024
$50,550
Mean Salary
$44,070
Median Salary
$21.19
Hourly Rate
420 people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts
Sailors and Marine Oilers salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $44,070 per year ($3,672/month).
This is 15.5% below the national average of $52,129.
Massachusetts ranks #30 out of 34 states for Sailors and Marine Oilers pay.
Approximately 420 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 16.4% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts range from $34,180 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $75,130 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $38,570 and $57,890.
Median $44,070
P10: $34,180P25: $38,570P75: $57,890P90: $75,130
10th
$34,180
25th
$38,570
Median
$44,070
75th
$57,890
90th
$75,130
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,180
$16.43
$2,848
25th Percentile
$38,570
$18.54
$3,214
Median (50th)
$44,070
$21.19
$3,672
75th Percentile
$57,890
$27.83
$4,824
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$75,130
$36.12
$6,260
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,550 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts is $44,070 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,550.
What is the salary range for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts range from $34,180 at the 10th percentile to $75,130 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $38,570 and $57,890.
What is the starting salary for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Sailors and Marine Oilers positions in Massachusetts typically start around $34,180 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $38,570 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 420 people are employed as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Massachusetts is approximately $21.19 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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