Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $99,820 +16.7% vs national
Median hourly $47.99
10th percentile $62,550
90th percentile $169,050
Employed locally 600
National median $85,540

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,550
    25th
    $80,810
    50th (median)
    $99,820
    75th
    $136,930
    90th
    $169,050

    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 Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$30,090
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$43,230
    Stockers and Order Fillers$30,660
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$49,150
    Light Truck Drivers$34,070
    Sailors and Marine Oilers$48,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Southwest Louisiana is $47.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $82.54 or more per hour.

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

    The median Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salary in Southwest Louisiana is 16.7% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels (10th percentile) earn around $62,550 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,810.