Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in South Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • South Carolina
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in South Carolina earn a median salary of $51,483 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -39.8% vs the national median of $85,540. An estimated 340 captains, mates, and pilots of water vessels are employed across South Carolina, with salaries ranging from $42,600 to $65,570 depending on location.
$51,483
Avg median salary in South Carolina
$65,570
Highest paying metro
$42,600
Lowest paying metro
340
Employed in South Carolina
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Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
inCaptains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salaries by city in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston, SC | $65,570 | $46,930 | $106,350 | 210 |
| Hilton Head Island, SC | $46,280 | $27,460 | $60,050 | 70 |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | $42,600 | $24,960 | $44,010 | 60 |