Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Virginia
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in Virginia earn a median salary of $89,495 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +4.6% vs the national median of $85,540. An estimated 1,960 captains, mates, and pilots of water vessels are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $77,250 to $102,900 depending on location.
$89,495
Avg median salary in Virginia
$102,900
Highest paying metro
$77,250
Lowest paying metro
1,960
Employed in Virginia
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Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels
inCaptains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern West Virginia | $102,900 | $38,340 | $107,570 | 90 |
| West Virginia | $95,170 | $38,340 | $107,570 | 110 |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $82,660 | $65,210 | $110,410 | 1,730 |
| Northeast Virginia | $77,250 | $60,120 | $98,380 | 30 |