Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in Michigan
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Michigan
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Michigan earn a median salary of $75,040 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -12.3% vs the national median of $85,540. An estimated 390 captains, mates, and pilots of water vessels are employed across Michigan, with salaries ranging from $59,900 to $84,650 depending on location.
$75,040
Avg median salary in Michigan
$84,650
Highest paying metro
$59,900
Lowest paying metro
390
Employed in Michigan
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Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salaries by city in Michigan
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Michigan | $84,650 | $58,960 | $128,470 | 70 |
| Detroit, MI | $82,970 | $28,340 | $124,350 | 110 |
| Traverse City, MI | $82,840 | $72,810 | $87,570 | 80 |
| Upper Peninsula of Michigan | $64,840 | $59,090 | $84,650 | 70 |
| Muskegon, MI | $59,900 | $48,590 | $79,420 | 60 |