Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,950 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $22.57
10th percentile $35,130
90th percentile $59,000
Employed locally 50
National median $49,610

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,130
    25th
    $39,170
    50th (median)
    $46,950
    75th
    $55,650
    90th
    $59,000

    Top-paying metros for Sailors and Marine Oilers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $85,580
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $76,430
    Duluth, MN-WI $74,920
    Urban Honolulu, HI $70,950
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $70,660
    Oregon $68,700

    Related occupations in Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$50,420
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$43,370
    Stockers and Order Fillers$35,470
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$46,950
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$35,470
    Bus Drivers, School$47,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Sailors and Marine Oilers make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Southeast Iowa is $22.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.39 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Sailors and Marine Oilers salaries?

    The median Sailors and Marine Oilers salary in Southeast Iowa is 5.4% below the national median of $49,610. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Sailors and Marine Oilers (10th percentile) earn around $35,130 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,170.