Motorboat Operators Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $39,050 -24.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.77
10th percentile $27,980
90th percentile $52,080
Employed locally 30
National median $51,880

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,980
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $39,050
    75th
    $46,150
    90th
    $52,080

    Top-paying metros for Motorboat Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    California $87,900
    North Carolina $81,220
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $75,820
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $67,270
    Illinois $67,170
    Hawaii $64,670

    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
    Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels $99,820
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $49,150
    Light Truck Drivers $34,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Motorboat Operators make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Motorboat Operators in Southwest Louisiana is $18.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.04 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Motorboat Operators salaries?

    The median Motorboat Operators salary in Southwest Louisiana is 24.7% below the national median of $51,880. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Motorboat Operators in Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Motorboat Operators (10th percentile) earn around $27,980 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.