Sailors and Marine Oilers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $48,060 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $23.11
10th percentile $30,280
90th percentile $78,400
Employed locally 510
National median $49,610

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,280
    25th
    $37,850
    50th (median)
    $48,060
    75th
    $61,100
    90th
    $78,400

    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 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 Sailors and Marine Oilers make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Sailors and Marine Oilers in Southwest Louisiana is $23.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.31 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Sailors and Marine Oilers salaries?

    The median Sailors and Marine Oilers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 3.1% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Sailors and Marine Oilers (10th percentile) earn around $30,280 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,850.