Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $108,550 +26.9% vs national
Median hourly $52.19
10th percentile $60,790
90th percentile $266,870
Employed locally 50
National median $85,540

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,790
    25th
    $74,510
    50th (median)
    $108,550
    75th
    $207,000
    90th
    $266,870

    Top-paying metros for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area $160,320
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $116,620
    Slidell-Mandeville-Covington, LA $116,130
    Lake Charles, LA $113,350
    Mississippi $112,670
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $110,810

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$36,680
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$34,260
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$47,800
    Bus Drivers, School$39,760
    Light Truck Drivers$34,860
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$39,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Central Kentucky is $52.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $128.31 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salaries?

    The median Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salary in Central Kentucky is 26.9% above the national median of $85,540. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels (10th percentile) earn around $60,790 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,510.