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Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary in Virginia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in Virginia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,120
Median Annual Salary
▲
+9.8% vs 2024
$50,160
Mean Salary
$49,120
Median Salary
$23.62
Hourly Rate
2,970 people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia
Sailors and Marine Oilers salary by percentile in Virginia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia earn a median salary of $49,120 per year ($4,093/month).
This is 5.8% below the national average of $52,129.
Virginia ranks #19 out of 34 states for Sailors and Marine Oilers pay.
Approximately 2,970 people work in this occupation across Virginia.
Salaries increased by 9.8% 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 Virginia
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia range from $32,660 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $60,650 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $40,210 and $57,930.
Median $49,120
P10: $32,660P25: $40,210P75: $57,930P90: $60,650
10th
$32,660
25th
$40,210
Median
$49,120
75th
$57,930
90th
$60,650
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$32,660
$15.70
$2,721
25th Percentile
$40,210
$19.33
$3,350
Median (50th)
$49,120
$23.62
$4,093
75th Percentile
$57,930
$27.85
$4,827
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$60,650
$29.16
$5,054
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,160 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make in Virginia?
The median annual salary for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia is $49,120 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,160.
What is the salary range for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia?
Salaries for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia range from $32,660 at the 10th percentile to $60,650 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $40,210 and $57,930.
What is the starting salary for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia?
Entry-level Sailors and Marine Oilers positions in Virginia typically start around $32,660 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $40,210 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,970 people are employed as Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia.
What is the hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Sailors and Marine Oilers in Virginia is approximately $23.62 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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