Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $55,550 -35.1% vs national
Median hourly $26.71
10th percentile $31,550
90th percentile $130,950
Employed locally 40
National median $85,540

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,550
    25th
    $35,710
    50th (median)
    $55,550
    75th
    $102,440
    90th
    $130,950

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,310
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $55,920
    Stockers and Order Fillers $33,890
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $48,430
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $38,880
    Bus Drivers, School $48,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in South Central Wisconsin is $26.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $82.91 or more per hour.

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

    The median Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salary in South Central Wisconsin is 35.1% below 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels (10th percentile) earn around $31,550 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,710.