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Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary in Ohio
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in Ohio?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$53,520
Median Annual Salary
▲
+22.6% vs 2024
$50,320
Mean Salary
$53,520
Median Salary
$25.73
Hourly Rate
140 people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio
Sailors and Marine Oilers salary by percentile in Ohio
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio earn a median salary of $53,520 per year ($4,460/month).
This is 2.7% above the national average of $52,129.
Ohio ranks #14 out of 34 states for Sailors and Marine Oilers pay.
Approximately 140 people work in this occupation across Ohio.
Salaries increased by 22.6% 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)
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio range from $31,770 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $58,270 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $44,910 and $57,250.
Median $53,520
P10: $31,770P25: $44,910P75: $57,250P90: $58,270
10th
$31,770
25th
$44,910
Median
$53,520
75th
$57,250
90th
$58,270
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$31,770
$15.27
$2,647
25th Percentile
$44,910
$21.59
$3,742
Median (50th)
$53,520
$25.73
$4,460
75th Percentile
$57,250
$27.52
$4,770
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$58,270
$28.01
$4,855
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,320 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in Ohio?
The median annual salary for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio is $53,520 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,320.
What is the salary range for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio?
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio range from $31,770 at the 10th percentile to $58,270 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $44,910 and $57,250.
What is the starting salary for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio?
Entry-level Sailors and Marine Oilers positions in Ohio typically start around $31,770 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $44,910 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 140 people are employed as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio.
What is the hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Ohio is approximately $25.73 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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