Marine Engineers and Naval Architects Salary in Houston, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX

Median annual salary $128,470 +21.6% vs national
Median hourly $61.76
10th percentile $86,920
90th percentile $215,780
Employed locally 470
National median $105,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $86,920
    25th
    $86,920
    50th (median)
    $128,470
    75th
    $168,570
    90th
    $215,780

    Houston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $80,458 2023 • Census ACS
    Marine Engineers and Naval Architects salary vs area income 160% Median Marine Engineers and Naval Architects salary is 60% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Marine Engineers and Naval Architects

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $166,750
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $160,100
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $148,650
    Jacksonville, FL $135,850
    Charleston-North Charleston, SC $134,430
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $131,820

    Related occupations in Houston, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $98,690
    Industrial Engineers $116,170
    Mechanical Engineers $126,870
    Petroleum Engineers $159,990
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $60,880
    Electrical Engineers $110,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Marine Engineers and Naval Architects make per hour in Houston?

    The median hourly wage for Marine Engineers and Naval Architects in Houston, TX is $61.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $116.20 or more per hour.

    Is Houston above or below average for Marine Engineers and Naval Architects salaries?

    The median Marine Engineers and Naval Architects salary in Houston, TX is 21.6% above the national median of $105,670. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Marine Engineers and Naval Architects in Houston?

    Entry-level Marine Engineers and Naval Architects (10th percentile) earn around $86,920 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $86,920.