What are the main factors that influence a Ship Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Ship Engineer?

Ship Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ship Engineer roles are District of Columbia $71,377, California $71,106, Massachusetts $70,159. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ship Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Ship Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Ship Captain: $130,331; Ship Broker: $81,682; Ship Officer: $77,094; Ship Operator: $71,998; Ship Manager: $63,677.

Ship Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Ship Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Ship Engineer in District of Columbia is $71,377 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Ship Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,181
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,698 to $86,978
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,153

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Ship Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,978	$7,248	$1,673	$42
Average	$71,377	$5,948	$1,373	$34
25th Percentile	$58,698	$4,891	$1,129	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Ship Engineer Salaries

A Ship Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Ship Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Ship Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,377.
California: $71,106.
Massachusetts: $70,159.

District of Columbia $71,377 California $71,106 Massachusetts $70,159 Washington $69,901 New Jersey $69,875 Alaska $69,785 Connecticut $68,895 New York $68,534

Hawaii $67,380 Rhode Island $66,839 Maryland $66,471 Minnesota $65,968 Colorado $65,775 Illinois $65,711 Oregon $65,466 Delaware $65,285

New Hampshire $65,172 Virginia $64,918 Pennsylvania $64,176 Nevada $63,802 North Dakota $63,680 Michigan $63,486 Wisconsin $63,416 Vermont $63,274

Texas $62,880 Maine $62,855 Arizona $62,816 Ohio $62,771 Georgia $62,178 Indiana $61,881 Wyoming $61,823 Utah $61,733

Iowa $61,694 Kansas $61,385 Louisiana $61,295 North Carolina $61,262 Missouri $61,249 Florida $60,998 Montana $60,863 Nebraska $60,734

Kentucky $60,663 South Carolina $60,405 Tennessee $60,244 Idaho $60,179 New Mexico $59,709 Oklahoma $59,606 Alabama $59,225 South Dakota $58,587

Arkansas $58,239 West Virginia $58,052 Mississippi $57,491

Top Paying Cities for Ship Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $71,377
Washington: $71,377
Naval Anacost Annex: $71,377

Parcel Return Service, DC $71,377 Washington, DC $71,377 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $71,377 Washington Navy Yard, DC $71,377

Ship Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Ship Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$58,698

Average $71,377/year

$86,978

$4,891

Average $5,948/month

$7,248

$1,129

Average $1,373/week

$1,673

$28

Average $34/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,978	$7,248	$1,673	$42
Average	$71,377	$5,948	$1,373	$34
25th Percentile	$58,698	$4,891	$1,129	$28

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